If you’ve spent any time in sleep forums, you’ve met this argument. One camp says glycinate is the sensible choice. The other says threonate is the only form that reaches your brain, so everything else is a waste. Both camps sound confident. Having tested both and gone through the actual trials, I’ll give you the […]

We have established that Apigenin (the active flavonoid in chamomile) is a legitimate sedative. It binds to the same GABA receptors as benzodiazepines, but gently. (See our Apigenin Review). But there is a catch: Flavonoids like apigenin are notoriously hard for the body to absorb. They have poor bioavailability. Most of what you swallow is […]

You have tried melatonin. You have tried magnesium. But have you tried lowering your thermostat… from the inside? L-Glycine is a simple amino acid with a unique superpower: it helps your body dump heat. To enter Deep Sleep, your core body temperature must drop by roughly 1°C. If you run hot, you stay awake. Glycine […]

You have likely heard of drinking Chamomile tea for sleep. It’s an ancient remedy. But recently, biohackers and neuroscientists like Andrew Huberman have been advocating for something stronger: isolated Apigenin. Apigenin is the bioactive flavonoid found in chamomile that actually makes you sleepy. By extracting it and taking it in higher doses (50mg), proponents claim […]

You stare at the supplement aisle, overwhelmed. There is Magnesium Citrate, Glycinate, Oxide, Malate, and Taurate. But recently, biohackers like Andrew Huberman and Peter Attia have been championing a newer, more expensive form: Magnesium L-Threonate (often patented as Magtein). The claim is bold: unlike other forms that just relax your muscles or make you poop, […]