{"id":1509,"date":"2022-05-04T11:07:43","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T10:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/?p=1509"},"modified":"2026-10-08T09:43:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T08:43:50","slug":"how-you-can-sleep-better-with-these-8-drinks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/sleep-science\/how-you-can-sleep-better-with-these-8-drinks\/","title":{"rendered":"How You Can Sleep Better With These 8 Drinks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-custom-css-4b685894 wp-block-post-date has-custom-css\"><time datetime=\"2022-05-04T11:07:43+01:00\">4 May 2022<\/time><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date__modified-date wp-custom-css-8639b6eb wp-block-post-date has-custom-css\"><time datetime=\"2026-10-08T09:43:50+01:00\">8 October 2026<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<!-- Introduction -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:60px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        We all know the feeling: you&#8217;ve done your best to wind down, climbed into bed and somehow you&#8217;re still wide awake. While no drink can guarantee a perfect night&#8217;s sleep, what you choose to sip in the evening can become part of a calmer bedtime routine.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Hydration matters too. Drinking enough throughout the day helps your body function normally, but there is a balance to strike before bed. Too much liquid late in the evening can leave you waking up for trips to the bathroom, which rather defeats the point.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:12px;padding:30px;margin:30px 0;\">\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8b6f47;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Quick Answer\n        <\/p>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;margin:0;color:#333;\">\n            <strong>Some drinks may be more sleep-friendly than others.<\/strong> Water, tart cherry juice, peppermint tea, chamomile tea, warm milk, banana smoothies, pure coconut water and valerian tea are all explored in this guide, alongside the ingredients and research associated with each one.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        The key word here is <strong>may<\/strong>. A bedtime drink isn&#8217;t a treatment for insomnia or another sleep disorder, and the research behind different ingredients varies considerably. Think of your evening drink as one small part of a healthy sleep routine rather than a magic fix.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        We&#8217;ll look at eight popular bedtime drinks, what the existing research says about them and what to keep in mind before making them part of your evening routine.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            A Note Before You Fill Your Mug\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Try not to drink large amounts immediately before bed, particularly if you&#8217;re prone to waking during the night to use the bathroom. If you&#8217;re regularly struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, it&#8217;s worth looking at your wider sleep routine and speaking to a healthcare professional if the problem persists.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/carli-jeen-15YDf39RIVc-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Steam rising from an elegant cup of tea sat on a bed next to an open notebook and a pen\" class=\"wp-image-1510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/carli-jeen-15YDf39RIVc-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/carli-jeen-15YDf39RIVc-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- The 8 Best Drinks to Try Before Bed -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto 30px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        8 Drinks to Try Before Bed\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        If you&#8217;re struggling to switch off at night, your evening routine can make a difference. While no drink can cure <a href=\"[KEEP EXISTING INSOMNIA ARTICLE URL]\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">insomnia<\/a>, some drinks may be a more sleep-friendly choice than others and can form part of a relaxing bedtime routine.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        From simple water to herbal teas and tart cherry juice, here are eight drinks explored in the original Land of Beds guide, along with what the research says about each one.\n    <\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- 1. Water -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        1. Water\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        It might not be the most exciting option on the list, but staying properly hydrated can make a real difference to how comfortable you feel at night.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Water supports a huge number of everyday functions in the body, including temperature regulation, circulation and digestion. If you&#8217;re dehydrated, symptoms such as thirst, headaches or muscle cramps can make it harder to settle and stay comfortable while you sleep.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            Why Hydration Matters for Sleep\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/nutrition\/hydration-and-sleep\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">Sleep Foundation<\/a> explains that dehydration can contribute to symptoms such as a dry mouth, headaches and muscle cramps, all of which can make sleep more difficult. Staying hydrated throughout the day is therefore a better approach than trying to make up for it with a large glass of water just before bed.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Our Advice\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Keep water nearby if you tend to wake up thirsty, but try to do most of your drinking earlier in the day. Large amounts of fluid immediately before bed can lead to more night-time bathroom trips and interrupt your sleep.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/engin-akyurt-PcU17evKnew-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman drinking from a glass of water\" class=\"wp-image-1515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/engin-akyurt-PcU17evKnew-unsplash-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/engin-akyurt-PcU17evKnew-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/giorgio-trovato-fHRpN7ali8w-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A glass of water stands proud atop a wooden table, a chair lurks near by. \" class=\"wp-image-1514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/giorgio-trovato-fHRpN7ali8w-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/giorgio-trovato-fHRpN7ali8w-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 2. Tart Cherry Juice -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        2. Tart Cherry Juice\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Tart cherry juice is one of the more widely researched drinks when it comes to sleep, particularly because tart cherries naturally contain compounds linked with the body&#8217;s sleep-wake cycle.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        The original Land of Beds article highlights research from <a href=\"[KEEP EXISTING LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH URL]\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">Louisiana State University<\/a>, which looked at the effect of tart cherry juice on sleep in older adults experiencing insomnia.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            Why Tart Cherries Are Linked With Sleep\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Tart cherries contain naturally occurring melatonin, a hormone involved in regulating the body&#8217;s sleep-wake cycle. Some studies have suggested that tart cherry juice may support sleep duration or sleep quality in certain groups, although the evidence is still limited and it shouldn&#8217;t be treated as a cure for insomnia.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Worth Knowing\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            If you want to try tart cherry juice as part of your evening routine, keep an eye on portion size and added sugar. It may suit some people, but it isn&#8217;t a substitute for addressing persistent sleep problems with an appropriate healthcare professional.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"1520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/vd-photography-yiknrx7jBlE-unsplash-1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Tart cherry juice in a glass surrounded by cherries\" class=\"wp-image-1520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/vd-photography-yiknrx7jBlE-unsplash-1-980x613.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/vd-photography-yiknrx7jBlE-unsplash-1-480x300.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mohammad-amin-masoudi-3ANwn-zUfNQ-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"cherries in a wooden bowl atop a wooden table. \" class=\"wp-image-1521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mohammad-amin-masoudi-3ANwn-zUfNQ-unsplash-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mohammad-amin-masoudi-3ANwn-zUfNQ-unsplash-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 3. Peppermint Tea -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        3. Peppermint Tea\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Peppermint tea is naturally caffeine-free, which makes it an easy evening alternative to regular tea or coffee if you&#8217;re trying to wind down before bed.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        It doesn&#8217;t act as a sleep treatment, but the simple ritual of making a warm herbal tea can be a useful part of a calmer bedtime routine, especially if you&#8217;re trying to reduce caffeine later in the day.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            Why It Can Work Well in the Evening\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Peppermint tea is caffeine-free and has a fresh, soothing flavour, so it can be a good choice if you want something warm before bed without the stimulating effect of caffeinated drinks.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Important to Know\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Peppermint tea should not be used as a treatment for sleep apnoea or other sleep disorders. If you regularly snore loudly, stop breathing during sleep, wake gasping or feel excessively tired during the day, speak to a healthcare professional.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/massimo-rinaldi-FmgZ5xzDG-s-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Set of water containers\" class=\"wp-image-1525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/massimo-rinaldi-FmgZ5xzDG-s-unsplash-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/massimo-rinaldi-FmgZ5xzDG-s-unsplash-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/josefin-3TFvE51aVqA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Herbs close up\" class=\"wp-image-1526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/josefin-3TFvE51aVqA-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/josefin-3TFvE51aVqA-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/miikka-luotio-Q_YPf0h5q5E-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man sat on a balcony with his mouth wide open, yawning\" class=\"wp-image-1527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/miikka-luotio-Q_YPf0h5q5E-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/miikka-luotio-Q_YPf0h5q5E-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 4. Chamomile Tea -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        4. Chamomile Tea\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Chamomile tea has long been associated with winding down before bed, and because it is naturally caffeine-free, it can be an easy swap for regular tea or coffee in the evening.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Chamomile contains a plant compound called <strong>apigenin<\/strong>, which has been studied for its potential calming effects and its possible role in supporting sleep.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            What Does the Research Say?\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 18px;\">\n            The research referenced in the original Land of Beds article suggests chamomile may support sleep quality in some people, although studies are relatively small and the evidence is not strong enough to treat chamomile as a treatment for insomnia.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <!-- KEEP THE EXISTING CHAMOMILE RESEARCH CITATION\/LINK HERE -->\n\n        <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:24px;margin:24px 0 0;\">\n\n            <h4 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333;margin:0 0 10px;\">\n                The Science Bit: What Is GABA?\n            <\/h4>\n\n            <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n                Gamma-aminobutyric acid, or <strong>GABA<\/strong>, is a neurotransmitter involved in calming activity in the nervous system and supporting relaxation and sleep. Some medicines and plant compounds can affect GABA-related pathways, although the strength of the evidence varies depending on the ingredient being studied.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Why We Like It as a Bedtime Drink\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Even if chamomile doesn&#8217;t make you instantly sleepy, a warm, caffeine-free drink can become part of a consistent wind-down routine. Sometimes the routine itself is just as useful as the drink in helping signal that the day is coming to an end.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catia-climovich-LaKqwS4541A-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Cup of camomile tea on a table, as seen from above\" class=\"wp-image-1529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catia-climovich-LaKqwS4541A-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/catia-climovich-LaKqwS4541A-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"704\" data-id=\"1528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/irene-ivantsova-HQoXFZ9ddwE-unsplash-1024x704.jpg\" alt=\"Some stuff in a glass\" class=\"wp-image-1528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/irene-ivantsova-HQoXFZ9ddwE-unsplash-980x674.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/irene-ivantsova-HQoXFZ9ddwE-unsplash-480x330.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 5. Warm Milk -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        5. Warm Milk\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Warm milk is one of the most traditional bedtime drinks around. Long associated with winding down before sleep, part of the interest in milk comes from the nutrients it contains, particularly the amino acid <strong>tryptophan<\/strong>.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Milk itself isn&#8217;t a guaranteed sleep remedy, but tryptophan plays an important role in the body&#8217;s production of serotonin and melatonin, both of which are involved in mood, relaxation and the sleep-wake cycle.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            The Science Bit: What Is Tryptophan?\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 18px;\">\n            <strong>Tryptophan<\/strong> is an essential amino acid used by the body to make proteins and other important compounds. Because the body cannot produce it itself, it needs to come from food.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Tryptophan is involved in the production of both serotonin and melatonin:\n        <\/p>\n\n        <ul style=\"padding-left:20px;margin:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;\">\n            <li>\n                <strong>Serotonin<\/strong> is a neurotransmitter involved in mood, cognition and other functions throughout the body.\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n                <strong>Melatonin<\/strong> is a hormone involved in regulating the body&#8217;s sleep-wake cycle and is naturally released in response to darkness.\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Does Warm Milk Really Help You Sleep?\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            The science isn&#8217;t quite as simple as drinking a glass of milk and immediately feeling sleepy. The effect may come partly from the nutrients in milk and partly from the routine itself. A warm drink can become a familiar cue that it&#8217;s time to slow down and prepare for bed.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- KEEP THE EXISTING WARM MILK \/ TRYPTOPHAN CITATION OR LINK HERE -->\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/brian-suman-vdbq-iiyvGY-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Jar of milk with cookies resting against it\" class=\"wp-image-1538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/brian-suman-vdbq-iiyvGY-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/brian-suman-vdbq-iiyvGY-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/anita-jankovic-c7PT4PZMcNA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A misfire of milk being poured into a glass, making a mess\" class=\"wp-image-1537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/anita-jankovic-c7PT4PZMcNA-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/anita-jankovic-c7PT4PZMcNA-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 6. Banana Smoothie -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        6. Banana Smoothie\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        If you prefer something a little more substantial in the evening, a simple banana smoothie can be another option to try as part of your bedtime routine.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Bananas contain nutrients including <strong>magnesium and potassium<\/strong>, both of which play important roles in normal muscle and nervous system function. They also contain tryptophan, the amino acid we mentioned earlier in the warm milk section.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:30px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:23px;color:#333;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            The Science Bit: Magnesium and Potassium\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 16px;\">\n            <strong>Magnesium<\/strong> is involved in hundreds of processes in the body, including normal muscle and nerve function. It has also been studied in relation to sleep, although the evidence around magnesium supplements and sleep quality is still mixed.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            <strong>Potassium<\/strong> is an important mineral involved in normal muscle function and fluid balance. Together, these nutrients are part of what makes bananas a useful everyday food, even if they shouldn&#8217;t be thought of as a direct treatment for poor sleep.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Keep It Simple\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            If you&#8217;re making a banana smoothie before bed, there&#8217;s no need to turn it into a huge meal. Keep the portion modest and avoid loading it with lots of added sugar, particularly if you&#8217;re drinking it close to bedtime.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- KEEP ANY EXISTING BANANA \/ MAGNESIUM \/ POTASSIUM CITATION OR LINK HERE -->\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"723\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-charlotte-may-5946800-723x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Banana smoothie being poured from a jug into a glass, a spoon helping tease it out\" class=\"wp-image-1613\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"An inviting glass of thick, creamy banana smoothie with a couple of bananas next to it\" class=\"wp-image-1614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-1080x1620.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-980x1470.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0430\u043b\u0438\u0439-\u0433\u043e\u0440\u0431\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0432-11712526.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 7. Pure Coconut Water -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        7. Pure Coconut Water\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Pure coconut water contains electrolytes including potassium and magnesium, which support normal muscle and nerve function and help with hydration.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        It isn&#8217;t a sleep aid in itself, but if you enjoy it, it can be a refreshing evening alternative to caffeinated or sugary drinks.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:26px;margin:30px 0;\">\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Choose a <strong>pure coconut water with no added sugar<\/strong>, and keep the portion modest if you&#8217;re drinking it close to bedtime.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- KEEP ANY EXISTING COCONUT WATER CITATION OR LINK HERE -->\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-taryn-elliott-5993899-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Woman sat on a beach reading a book while a coconut with a straw sits next to her.\" class=\"wp-image-1616\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-elif-tekkaya-4395019-684x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Pouring coconut water out of a coconut into a glass\" class=\"wp-image-1615\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- 8. Valerian Tea -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#333;margin-bottom:20px;\">\n        8. Valerian Tea\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Valerian has a long history of use as a herbal remedy for relaxation and sleep, and valerian tea is still a popular caffeine-free option before bed.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Some studies suggest valerian may help with sleep quality in certain people, but the evidence is mixed and it should not be treated as a guaranteed remedy for insomnia.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:28px;margin:30px 0;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Worth Knowing\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            Valerian can cause side effects and may interact with medicines or other sedating substances. If you&#8217;re taking medication, pregnant, breastfeeding or have an existing health condition, speak to a healthcare professional before using valerian regularly.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- KEEP THE EXISTING VALERIAN RESEARCH CITATION OR LINK HERE -->\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-olga-mironova-2659387-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Cup of valerian tea being hugged by a blanket\" class=\"wp-image-1617\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pexels-connor-mcmanus-11795940-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A cup of valerian tea sat on an open book\" class=\"wp-image-1618\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Final Thoughts + Useful Links + About This Article -->\n\n<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:70px auto 50px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#444;line-height:1.8;\">\n\n    <!-- Final Thoughts -->\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:40px;margin-bottom:45px;\">\n\n        <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:30px;color:#333;margin:0 0 20px;\">\n            So, What Should You Drink Before Bed?\n        <\/h2>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 18px;\">\n            There isn&#8217;t one perfect bedtime drink that will suddenly solve a difficult night&#8217;s sleep. What works for one person may do very little for another, and the research behind different ingredients varies considerably.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 18px;\">\n            The simplest approach is to choose something caffeine-free that you genuinely enjoy and make it part of a relaxing evening routine. Water, herbal teas, warm milk or another light drink can all work well, as long as you&#8217;re not drinking so much that you&#8217;re waking up throughout the night.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            If you&#8217;re regularly struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep or feel rested during the day, a bedtime drink is unlikely to be the whole answer. Looking at your wider sleep routine and speaking to a healthcare professional if the problem persists is a much better place to start.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <!-- More Sleep Advice -->\n\n    <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:30px;color:#333;margin:0 0 20px;\">\n        More Sleep Advice\n    <\/h2>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;\">\n        Unsure whether you&#8217;re getting enough sleep? Read our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/sleep-science\/how-much-sleep-do-i-really-need\/\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">how much sleep you really need<\/a>.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin-bottom:18px;\">\n        You might also find these Land of Beds sleep guides useful:\n    <\/p>\n\n    <ul style=\"padding-left:20px;margin:0 0 35px;font-size:15px;line-height:2;\">\n        <li>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/sleep-science\/how-to-get-to-sleep-quickly-11-proven-ways\/\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">\n                How to Get to Sleep Quickly\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n\n        <li>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/help-and-advice\/sleep-science\/different-stages-of-sleep-explained\/\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">\n                Understanding the 4 Stages of Sleep\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n\n        <li>\n            <a href=\"[KEEP EXISTING HOW MANY PILLOWS URL]\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">\n                How Many Pillows Should I Be Sleeping On?\n            <\/a>\n        <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n\n\n    <!-- Mattress Protector -->\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin:35px 0 50px;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            Planning to Drink in Bed?\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            If your evening drink tends to make it all the way into bed with you, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.landofbeds.co.uk\/bedding\/mattress-protectors\/waterproof\" style=\"color:#8b6f47;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid #8b6f47;\">waterproof mattress protector<\/a> can help protect your mattress from accidental spills.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <!-- Editorial Note -->\n\n    <div style=\"background:#ffffff;border-left:5px solid #8b6f47;border-radius:10px;padding:28px;margin-bottom:50px;\">\n\n        <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:22px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n            A Quick Note\n        <\/h3>\n\n        <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n            This article is intended for general information only and isn&#8217;t a substitute for personalised medical advice. Herbal teas, supplements and other remedies can interact with medicines or be unsuitable for some people, so speak to an appropriate healthcare professional if you&#8217;re unsure.\n        <\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <!-- About This Article -->\n\n    <div style=\"background:#f8f6f2;border:1px solid #e5dfd2;border-radius:14px;padding:35px;\">\n\n        <h2 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:28px;color:#333;margin:0 0 30px;\">\n            About This Article\n        <\/h2>\n\n\n        <!-- Written By -->\n\n        <div style=\"padding-bottom:28px;margin-bottom:28px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5dfd2;\">\n\n            <p style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8b6f47;margin:0 0 8px;\">\n                Written by\n            <\/p>\n\n            <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:21px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n                Judith Ackers\n            <\/h3>\n\n            <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0;\">\n                Judith brings her background in psychology, neuroscience and education to her role at Land of Beds, where she shares expert advice to help customers sleep better. From product buying guides to bedtime routines and sleep-friendly habits, Judith\u2019s insights support Land of Beds\u2019 mission to improve sleep for everyone.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- Updated By -->\n\n        <div>\n\n            <p style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8b6f47;margin:0 0 8px;\">\n                Last updated by\n            <\/p>\n\n            <h3 style=\"font-family:'Quicksand',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:21px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;\">\n                Alice Littler\n            <\/h3>\n\n            <p style=\"font-size:15px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n                Alice brings a background in marketing, design and branding to Land of Beds, where she focuses on making sleep advice simple, relatable and practical for everyday life. 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