Huberman's "Sleep Cocktail"
If you’ve been into the clinic at any point over the last year, you’ve heard me talk about the importance of sleep and likely heard me mention a powerful combination of supplements (famously assembled by Dr. Andrew Huberman) that can assist in a good night’s sleep. We’ll get into the combo, but first let’s start with sleep in general.
Sleep is a crucial component of our overall health and wellbeing. It is during this time that our bodies repair and rejuvenate, allowing us to function at our best during the day. Unfortunately, many people struggle to get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night. This can have a negative impact on both physical and mental health.
Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist and professor at Stanford University, has developed a sleep “cocktail” that can help people fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more rested. This cocktail includes three key ingredients: Apigenin, L-Theanine, and Magnesium threonate.
Apigenin is a naturally occurring compound found in chamomile tea, parsley, and celery. It is known for its calming effects and ability to reduce anxiety. When taken before bed, apigenin can help people fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
L-Theanine is an amino acid found in green tea. It promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety. Like apigenin, it can help people fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
Magnesium threonate is a form of magnesium that is highly bioavailable, meaning it is easily absorbed by the body. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a key role in regulating sleep. It helps to relax muscles and calm the nervous system, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
To make the sleep cocktail, Dr. Huberman recommends taking: 500mg of apigenin, 200mg of L-Theanine, and 2000mg of Magnesium threonate 30 minutes before bedtime. These three ingredients work together to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality.
It is important to note that while the sleep cocktail can be an effective tool for improving sleep, it is not a substitute for good sleep hygiene. This includes things like creating a comfortable sleep environment, avoiding caffeine and alcohol before bed, and establishing a consistent sleep schedule.
In conclusion, the sleep cocktail developed by Dr. Andrew Huberman is a combination of apigenin, L-Theanine, and Magnesium threonate that can help people fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more rested. While it is not a substitute for good sleep hygiene, it can be an effective tool for improving sleep quality.
If you’d like to learn more about this combo of supplements, specific dosage adjustments, or how acupuncture and Eastern herbal medicine can help with you sleep, feel free to reach out or set up a session!
