{"id":3976,"date":"2019-02-23T12:33:51","date_gmt":"2019-02-23T12:33:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/?page_id=3976"},"modified":"2019-06-24T20:58:21","modified_gmt":"2019-06-24T20:58:21","slug":"best-nootropics-for-sleep","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/best-nootropics-for-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Best Nootropics for Improving Sleep Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A nootropic is a supplement or drug ingested with the intent to improve mental performance.<\/strong><\/p>\n What kind of mental performance are we talking about here? The desired cognitive enhancement through nootropics\u00a0dosing varies from person to person. There are different nootropics available<\/a>\u00a0for specific uses, too.<\/p>\n Some may take nootropics\u00a0to achieve a strong sense of motivation. Some may use it so boost creativity. Some may simply want to encourage better learning and memory.<\/p>\n It’s important to note that nootropics are normally thought of as enhancers and not medications. What does this mean? These “smart drugs” were originally meant\u00a0to maximize the potentials of\u00a0healthy people, not to treat existing medical conditions.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Because of the strong link between memory processes and sleep health<\/a>, there are nootropics purported to improve mental performance through helping you get a consistent good night’s rest.<\/strong><\/p>\n Different nootropics work in different ways to ease sleep troubles. Some help increase the production and processing of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, incorrect levels of which can\u00a0affect both mood and slumber. Some promote the production of the amino acid GABA<\/a>, which is known to help with both brain and sleep health. Some work to increase the amount of time spent in REM and\/or deep sleep.<\/p>\n Now we know the “how” of it all. What about the “why”? Simply put, truly restorative sleep is major element of cognitive function and health. To be blunt: You will find it difficult to impossible to achieve\u00a0peak\u00a0mental performance without optimal sleep habits.<\/p>\n We mentioned above that nootropics weren’t developed as medication. Does this mean that you can’t use sleep nootropics to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders and\/or\u00a0their varied symptoms? Yes… and no.<\/p>\n What we’re saying here is that it’s dangerous to self-medicate<\/em>. Why? The idea of nootropics is relatively new, and because it is an enhancement and not a medication, it’s not a top priority when it comes to scientific\u00a0observation and testing for mainstream consumer use.<\/p>\n If you want to see if nootropics can end your sleep deprivation struggles, it’s a good idea to let\u00a0your doctor in on your plan.\u00a0Yes, there are medical studies and anecdotal claims to support the\u00a0idea\u00a0of sleep nootropics, but it’s always good to have a healthcare professional in your corner.\u00a0 A doctor\u00a0can help you determine proper dosage, identify contraindications, and spot possible bad reactions to anything you ingest.<\/p>\n Yes and no. Some nootropics are\u00a0non-synthetic and\u00a0sold as dietary supplements,\u00a0which may be marketed as natural sleep aids. On the other hand, synthetic nootropics are often scheduled and\/or prescription drugs,\u00a0which are not<\/em> the same as supplements.<\/strong><\/p>\n You may be surprised at what can be classified as a nootropic. For example: Did you know that caffeine is generally accepted as a nootropic? This means that you get a nootropic dose every time you drink tea or coffee. If you drink green tea in particular, you get a dose of not only caffeine but also L-theanine, another natural nootropic.<\/p>\n While nootropic drugs may help you sleep better,\u00a0they may also be not only more expensive but also harder to source. They’re also not as often easily accepted as an alternative treatment to any sleep troubles you may be working out with your chosen doctor or specialist.<\/p>\n Nootropic supplements are far more widely available and often come various in blends that are tested for potency and\u00a0safety. Many single ingredients—some of which we’ll talk about below—have also been used as herbal remedies for centuries, and are supported by a cultural tradition and know-how.<\/p>\n The best natural sleep aids address\u00a0two\u00a0areas of sleep difficulty: sleep onset and sleep duration. The first is how quickly you get to sleep once you’ve decided that it’s bedtime, and the second is how long you can sleep without experiencing an interruption or a disturbance.<\/p>\n<\/a>How Do Nootropics Help with Sleep?<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Are Sleep Supplements the Same as Sleep Nootropics?<\/h2>\n
<\/a>What Are the Best Sleep Nootropics?<\/h2>\n