Caitlyn, Author at Supplement Your Sleep

ZMA vs Zinc vs Magnesium: Which Supplements Are Best for Sleep?

Many popular sleep supplements contain some forms of magnesium and zinc, and while magnesium is definitely the more popular element as far as these ingredients go, they’re both quite common. Perhaps the most famous combination of both is ZMA, a…

ZMA vs Casein: Which Is Better for Nighttime Recovery?

Recently, I’ve received a few questions from readers asking whether I prefer ZMA (a specific blend of magnesium and zinc) or casein for athletic recovery at night. This is an especially interesting question to me, because the two supplements vary…

How Cold Face Thermogenesis Changed the Way I Sleep

I first heard about cold thermogenesis therapy as a way to help reduce inflammation and improve both quality and quantity of deep sleep. But cold thermogenesis—forcing the body to produce heat by exposing it to cold— when done right has…

My 3-Ingredient Avocado Scramble Breakfast

Most days, my breakfast consists of a big cup of Bulletproof Coffee, but sometimes when I do want a warm meal, this is one of my all-time favorites. If your mornings are hectic, you will be happy to know…

My New Favorite Magnesium Supplement? Reviewing MagTech By Natural Stacks

I’ve had a lot of great experiences working magnesium into my diet through new foods and supplements. Overall, it’s improved my mood, work capacity, athletic recovery, and sleep (in a big way). So when I heard about Natural Stacks’ MagTech…

Want Restful Sleep? Don’t Exercise Close To Bed

Exercise is one of the best, most widely-recommended remedies to beat insomnia. Personally, I can feel my sleep quality dip when I don’t exercise at least three times per week. I treat physical activity and sleep hygiene as related aspects…

Broad Spectrum Sleep Aid? Reviewing LUNA By Intra Naturals

I’ve reviewed several dozen sleep supplements for this site (and for my personal benefit, let’s be real), so it’s a bit surprising I haven’t gotten to one of the Internet’s best-reviewed blends yet. Intra Naturals’ LUNA Sleep Aid is one…

Wearable Tech To Improve Your Sleep? Reviewing Moov Now

You may have noticed me mentioning my Sleep Tracker in some of my reviews, but what is it, and how can you use it to help improve your sleep? I use both the Sleep Tracker app by Northcube and the…

Homeopathic Sleep Remedy? Reviewing Rescue Sleep Liquid Melts by Bach

The world of homeopathic “dilutions” is something I’ve gotten into before — or at least tried to, without a ton of success. I’m all for natural remedies, and I see supplements as just that: supplements in order to help optimize…

Is Iron Dream Good For Recovery?

If you read my Iron Dream review, you already know I’m a fan of it as both a sleep (and fun-dream-inducer) and a recovery supplement. Iron Dream was designed specifically as a nighttime recovery and muscle growth supplement. Taking…