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Jul 26, 2025 14 tweets 5 min read Read on X
Deep sleep is your body’s built-in repair system.

But in the last 50 years, average sleep duration has dropped by 1.5 hours per night.

That's why I found 9 proven ways to improve deep, restorative sleep🧵:

1. Tart cherry juice
Tart cherry juice is nature’s melatonin.

It’s one of the few natural sources of this sleep hormone.

In one study, drinking 2 cups per day led to 84 more minutes of sleep.

Drink it 1–2 hours before bed for maximum effect.
2. Kiwi

This fruit is surprisingly powerful for sleep.

High in serotonin + antioxidants, which regulate your sleep cycle.

People who ate 2 kiwis an hour before bed fell asleep 42% faster and slept more soundly.
3. Chamomile tea

Not just calming, it contains apigenin, a compound that binds to GABA receptors.

This reduces anxiety and helps induce deep NREM sleep.

Drink 30–45 mins before bed. No side effects. No dependency.
4. Magnesium glycinate

This form of magnesium is highly bioavailable and supports GABA activity (your brain’s main calming neurotransmitter).

It also promotes the production of melatonin.

Shown to reduce stress, shorten sleep onset, and improve sleep depth.
I take these Magnesium Glycinate gummies.

They're good quality, 3rd party tested, and have a touch of L'Theanine to compliment it's benefits.

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5. Bananas

A sleep snack hiding in plain sight.

Rich in magnesium and vitamin B6, both crucial for melatonin production.

Also contains tryptophan, an amino acid that helps the brain relax and fall asleep.
6. Walnuts

These nuts contain natural melatonin, magnesium, and healthy fats that support serotonin production.

One study found that walnuts may increase sleep quality and help maintain stable blood sugar overnight, which is key for deep sleep. Image
7. L-Theanine

Found naturally in green tea, but in small amounts.

Supplementing L'Theanine has been shown to increase alpha brain waves, reduce nighttime anxiety, and promote deep sleep without sedation.
L'Theanine is great alone, but amazing when paired with Magnesium Glycinate.

These gummies optimize deep sleep, and cover the combination for you to maximize effectiveness.

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8. Reishi mushroom tea

Known as the “mushroom of immortality” in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Modern studies show it reduces sleep latency (time to fall asleep) and increases deep sleep phases.

Best taken in tea or tincture 1 hour before bed.
9. Golden milk (turmeric + warm milk)

A traditional Ayurvedic sleep tonic.

Contains curcumin, which reduces nighttime inflammation, one of the hidden enemies of deep sleep.

Add a pinch of black pepper to enhance absorption.
Deep sleep isn’t optional, it’s when you repair, detox, and rebuild.

If you’re lifting, fasting, dieting or just trying to function daily…

It all falls apart without this foundation.

Fix your sleep first.
It’s the one upgrade that improves everything.
I hope this helps you become a stronger, healthier, version of yourself.

If you liked this, follow @LeddyLLC for more health tips!

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Your body becomes the source of your fear.

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No matter how healthy you eat...

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Most people overlook the small changes that unlock real rest and full recovery.

So here are 8 that actually work 🧵 Image
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1. Keep your bedroom under 19°C

Your core temp must drop ~1°C to fall into deep sleep.

A cool room supports this drop.

In one NIH study, people in 19°C rooms had more stable REM and less waking during the night.
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Screens trick your brain into thinking it's daytime.

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One dose calms nighttime anxiety, boosts deep sleep by 30%, and leaves you recharged and clear-headed by morning.

In this thread, I’ll explain how it works and how to use it safely🧵 Image
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But here’s the real shocker:

Nearly 70% of people are deficient, and most don't know it.

Fatigue, cramps, mood swings, poor sleep?

It might not be burnout... it could actually be a mineral deficiency.
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One that only activates when you're asleep.

And if it's disrupted?

You slowly and silently start losing clarity, memory, & mental sharpness.
It's called the Glymphatic System.

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If your blood sugar spikes all day, your fat-burning switch stays off.

Most people stay stuck here for years without realizing it.

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1. Start your day with protein, not sugar. Image
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1. Start your day with protein, not sugar

Most people start the day spiking insulin (cereal, toast, or a smoothie).

A high-protein breakfast (30g+) increases GLP-1, stabilizes glucose, and reduces cravings for 24 hours.

Think eggs, not instant oatmeal.
2. Walk after every meal

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Why it works:

It triggers GLUT-4 activation in muscles, pulling glucose from your bloodstream without needing insulin.

Less insulin = more fat-burning.
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