Do Supplements Help You Sleep? Here’s What to Know.
The New York Times • • health
Key Points:
- One in eight American adults regularly uses sleep aids, such as supplements or over-the-counter drugs, to help with falling or staying asleep, according to a CDC report.
- Sleep specialist Dr. Sujay Kansagra advises that instead of relying on supplements like melatonin or magnesium as quick fixes, individuals should consult doctors to address underlying sleep issues.
- Nearly one-third of American adults fail to get the recommended minimum of seven hours of sleep per night, based on a separate CDC report analyzing 2024 survey data.
- Women are more likely than men to experience difficulty falling asleep and to use sleep aids, with over-the-counter medications or supplements being the most commonly used, followed by prescription drugs and CBD or cannabis.
