Sleep toolkit

Creating an effective sleep toolkit involves a combination of behavioral strategies, environmental adjustments, and supplements, as outlined by Andrew Huberman on the Huberman Lab. Here are some key components:

1. Light and Dark Exposure: Manipulating light exposure can help regulate your circadian rhythms. Ensure exposure to bright light in the morning and reduce light exposure in the evening to facilitate sleep onset 1.

2. Temperature: Maintain a cool room temperature, as your body needs to drop in temperature by about 1-3 degrees to fall and stay asleep 1.

3. Avoid Stimulants: Limit caffeine intake after 2 p.m. for better sleep quality. Avoid alcohol close to bedtime 2.

4. Meal Timing: Avoid eating large meals in the 2-hour window before bed. Ensure you're not going to bed hungry either, as this can disrupt your sleep 2.

5. Supplements: If you've optimized behavioral strategies but still struggle with sleep, consider supplements like Magnesium Threonate, Apigenin, and Theanine. These can aid in falling asleep and maintaining sleep across the night 3 4.

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6. Digital Tools: Use meditation scripts and apps like the Reveri app to engage in non-sleep deep rest practices that help calm the mind and body before sleep 5.

7. Routine and Consistency: Establish a consistent daily routine for exposure to light, exercise, and meal timing. Consistency helps reinforce healthy sleep patterns 6.

These components, when tailored to individual needs, can enhance sleep quality significantly, laying a foundation for improved mental and physical health alongside better daytime performance.