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Sleeping through the night but waking feeling unrefreshed, with frequent tossing and turning.
The scent of lavender has been shown to improve sleep quality and depth.
How to Use
Place 2-3 drops of lavender essential oil on your pillow, use a diffuser in the bedroom, or take a warm bath with lavender oil before bed.
Why It Works
Lavender's linalool and linalyl acetate compounds interact with the limbic system and GABA receptors, reducing heart rate and blood pressure to promote deeper sleep.
An amino acid that lowers core body temperature and promotes deeper sleep.
How to Use
Take 3g of glycine powder dissolved in water 30-60 minutes before bed.
Why It Works
Glycine lowers core body temperature by dilating blood vessels in the extremities. A drop in core temperature is a key signal for the body to initiate deep sleep.