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We are 2 nurses who understand the importance of balance when it comes to our bodies. When you do the research, most sleep products contain harmful ingredients, so we went deeper into the studies to find the top ingredients that are proven to help with sleep. Instead of adding a few and calling it good, we kept going. Then the challenge was to make it taste good.

What do you get when you mix 30 combined years of nursing experience with our secret weapon of 15 years of bartending/mixology experience? The answer... Sleep Remedy!

Why not use the power of science, nature, and AI to help us all have a better night's sleep?

Try it out, and let us know how you slept!

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How Caffeine Hijacks Your Sleep

Caffeine works by blocking adenosine, the brain chemical that makes you feel sleepy. We explore how long it stays in your system and how to time your coffee.

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You Can't Just Drink Yourself to Sleep

Sleep is a holistic process. Our drink helps, but a solid routine is key. We explore the top 10 tips for better sleep hygiene, from lighting to diet.

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Sleep Remedy

Unlock the power of restorative sleep with CalRemedy's Sleep Remedy. Crafted with 9 scientifically proven ingredients to guide you to deeper, more peaceful nights.

Our 9 Scientifically Proven Ingredients

Ashwagandha

An adaptogen that helps reduce stress and anxiety, promoting a state of calm that is conducive to sleep.

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Chamomile

Contains apigenin, an antioxidant that binds to brain receptors to promote sleepiness and reduce insomnia.

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Kava

Promotes relaxation and reduces anxiety by affecting brain neurotransmitters, making it easier to fall asleep.

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Magnesium Glycinate

Helps regulate neurotransmitters for the nervous system, essential for calming the mind and relaxing the body.

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L-Theanine

An amino acid found in tea leaves that promotes relaxation and reduces stress without causing drowsiness.

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GABA

A neurotransmitter that calms nerve activity in the brain, helping to reduce anxiety and prepare for sleep.

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Glycine

This amino acid helps lower core body temperature, which is a key signal for the body to prepare for sleep.

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Taurine

Supports GABA function and helps calm the nervous system, reducing restlessness and promoting tranquility.

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Tart Cherry

A powerful natural source of melatonin, the body's primary hormone for regulating sleep-wake cycles.

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Top 10 Tips for Better Sleep

Our drink is a powerful tool, but it works best as part of a healthy sleep routine. You can't just drink yourself to sleep; you have to create the right environment. Here are 10 proven ways to improve your sleep hygiene, starting tonight.

1. Stick to a Schedule

Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This reinforces your body's sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm) and helps you fall asleep faster and wake up more refreshed.

2. Control Your Lighting

Exposure to bright light in the evening can trick your brain into thinking it's still daytime, suppressing melatonin production. Dim the lights in your home an hour before bed. In the morning, get bright light (preferably sunlight) as soon as you can to signal to your body that it's time to be awake.

3. Put Away the Screens

The blue light emitted by phones, tablets, and computers is especially disruptive to melatonin. Stop using all screens at least 60 minutes before you plan to sleep. Read a physical book instead.

4. Watch Your Caffeine Intake

Caffeine is a powerful stimulant that can stay in your system for up to 10-12 hours for some people. Avoid all caffeine (coffee, tea, soda) after 2 PM to ensure it's not interfering with your ability to fall asleep.

5. Create a "Wind-Down" Routine

You can't go from 100 to 0. Create a relaxing ritual that signals to your body it's time to sleep. This could be light stretching, meditation, listening to calming music, or taking a warm bath (which helps lower your core body temperature, inducing sleep).

6. Keep Your Bedroom Cool, Dark, and Quiet

The ideal sleep environment is like a cave. Most people sleep best in a cool room, around 65°F (18°C). Use blackout curtains to block light and earplugs or a white noise machine to block sounds.

7. Don't Eat a Big Meal Before Bed

A large or spicy meal too close to bedtime can cause indigestion and discomfort. If you're hungry, a small, light snack (like a banana or a few almonds) is okay.

8. Get Daily Exercise

Regular physical activity promotes deeper, more restful sleep. Just try not to do an intense workout within an hour or two of your bedtime, as it can be overstimulating for some.

9. Limit Naps

If you need to nap, keep it short (20-30 minutes) and take it earlier in the day. Long or late-afternoon naps can make it much harder to fall asleep at night.

10. Use Your Bed Only for Sleep

Your brain should associate your bed with one thing: sleep. Avoid working, eating, or watching TV in bed. If you're lying awake for more than 20 minutes, get up, go to another room, and do something relaxing (like reading) until you feel sleepy, then return to bed.

How Caffeine Hijacks Your Sleep

That cup of coffee is a wonderful morning ritual, but it's also a powerful drug that can seriously disrupt your sleep. Here’s a simple breakdown of how it works and how to manage it.

Meet Adenosine: Your Brain's Sleepy Signal

Throughout the day, as your brain works, it produces a chemical called Adenosine. This chemical slowly builds up in your system. Think of it as a "sleep pressure" meter. The more adenosine you have, the sleepier you feel. When you finally sleep, your brain clears out all the adenosine, and you wake up feeling refreshed.

How Caffeine "Hijacks" the System

Caffeine has a very similar molecular structure to adenosine. It's so similar that when you drink coffee, the caffeine travels to your brain and fits perfectly into the adenosine receptors (or "parking spots").

But here's the trick: caffeine doesn't activate the receptor. It just blocks it. It's like putting a piece of tape over a light switch. The adenosine is still floating around, building up, but it can't "park" and send its sleepy signal. As a result, your brain doesn't think it's tired, and it even releases adrenaline, making you feel alert and energized.

The Crash and The Half-Life

Caffeine doesn't last forever. Your body slowly breaks it down. The "half-life" of caffeine is, on average, about 5 to 6 hours. This means if you have a 200mg coffee at 2 PM, you still have 100mg of caffeine in your system at 7 PM. That's like drinking half a coffee right before dinner!

This is why that afternoon coffee can make it hard to fall asleep. Even a small amount of caffeine can block enough receptors to delay your body's natural sleep signals. When the caffeine finally wears off, all that adenosine that's been building up comes rushing back, leading to the dreaded "caffeine crash."

How to Manage It

Have a "Caffeine Curfew": For most people, a good rule is to stop all caffeine by 2 PM. This gives your body at least 8 hours to clear most of it out before a 10 PM bedtime.
Know How Much: A typical 8oz coffee has 95-150mg. The FDA suggests up to 400mg a day (about 3-4 cups) is safe for most adults.
Be Patient: You can't "un-drink" coffee. Once it's in your system, only time can get it out. Drinking water is good for hydration, but it won't flush the caffeine out any faster.

Sleep Remedy

About Us

Latest Updates

How Caffeine Hijacks Your Sleep

We Need Your Help!

You Can't Just Drink Yourself to Sleep

Sleep Remedy

Our 9 Scientifically Proven Ingredients

Ashwagandha

Chamomile

Kava

Magnesium Glycinate

L-Theanine

GABA

Glycine

Taurine

Tart Cherry

What Our Customers Say

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Top 10 Tips for Better Sleep

1. Stick to a Schedule

2. Control Your Lighting

3. Put Away the Screens

4. Watch Your Caffeine Intake

5. Create a "Wind-Down" Routine

6. Keep Your Bedroom Cool, Dark, and Quiet

7. Don't Eat a Big Meal Before Bed

8. Get Daily Exercise

9. Limit Naps

10. Use Your Bed Only for Sleep

How Caffeine Hijacks Your Sleep

Meet Adenosine: Your Brain's Sleepy Signal

How Caffeine "Hijacks" the System

The Crash and The Half-Life

How to Manage It

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