3 Sleep Drinks, 1 Winner: Our Side-by-Side Test of Evening Being, Beam, and Moon Juice
We read every ingredient label and tested every sip, so you can rest easy. When you can’t sleep, you’ll try anything After one too many nights of staring at the ceiling at 2 a.m., I decided enough was enough. As the newest editor here, I figured the best way to find the perfect nightcap was […]
Why Melatonin Leaves You Groggy – and What to Use Instead
The natural hormone that’s ruining your mornings. It’s easy to see why melatonin is everywhere. You’ll find it in cheerful purple bottles at the supermarket, gummy form at gas stations, and hidden in nearly every over-the-counter “sleep aid.” But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s harmless—or effective. Melatonin works like a starting gun for […]
I Ditched the Booze, but Kept the Ritual
After years of chasing productivity hacks, I finally learned the hard truth: you can’t optimize your way out of poor sleep. I used to end my nights with a glass of wine or a whiskey—something to help me “wind down.” And it worked. At least, I thought it did. I’d fall asleep quickly, but I’d […]