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The Sleep Myth Behind the Nightcap
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đ§ A glass of wine to help you sleep? Itâs an old idea â and one that still lingers in culture, medicine, and even casual advice. But hereâs the truth: the ânightcapâ might help you fall asleep faster, but it actually wrecks your sleep quality.
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the history and science behind the so-called nightcap, including:
- Where the term ânightcapâ came from and why it stuck
- What alcohol really does to your sleep cycles (hint: it steals REM)
- How stress hormones and midnight wakeups are tied to drinking before bed
- Why modern science says alcohol-free sleep is always better
- Smarter alternatives to wind down at night, including nutrients like Magnesium Glycinate and 5-HTP (found in Cloud9âs Rise & Unwind PM) that support real, restorative rest
đ§ Tap play now to learn why the ânightcapâ is more myth than medicine â and how to reclaim deep, quality sleep without relying on alcohol.
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