I am one of those individuals who is a gremlin if they haven’t had enough sleep. Call me childish, but I need a full uninterrupted eight-hour slumber to function at my optimum – any less, and you will want to avoid me at all costs. However, everyday stress and irregular shift patterns can wreak havoc with my sleep pattern. Throw into the mix living on a busy high road in London with a cocktail of streetlights, car flashes, sirens blasting, engines roaring, as well as noisy neighbours, and it’s a remedy for a sleepless night.
Over the years I have tried and tested a whole host of sleep remedies. From pillow sprays, to white noise machines, breathwork techniques and meditation apps. I have sampled various sleep-inducing supplements, lotions, pulse point balms, as well as pyjamas, pillows and bedding, to help create a comfortable sleep environment – and I think I’ve finally found the best remedies to aid my sleep.
Of course, what may work for me, may not be the best solution for everyone, but my recommendations may inspire others struggling to sleep at night. From magnesium supplements and body lotions, to sleep masks, alarm clocks and moisture wicking nightwear, here are my tried and tested cult sleep heroes I swear by on a daily basis to catch those all-important z’s.
The Magnesium Glycinate 3-in-1 Complex is the best magnesium supplement I have tried to aid my sleep.This supplement blends magnesium glycinate, citrate, and bisglycinate to support better sleep, reduce muscle tension, and promote energy levels after a restful slumber. I typically take one tablet an hour before bed, which effectively relaxes me and helps me doze off to sleep , as well as stay asleep, throughout the night.
