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Which supplements can help me sleep and which cause insomnia?

Written by Tod Cooperman, M.D.

Updated February 24, 2022 ⓘ

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Melatonin, tart cherry juice extract, L-theanine, magnesium, ashwagandha, saffron, and valerian, may, to varying degrees, improve sleep. In contrast, supplements such as garlic and red yeast rice may make it more difficult to fall asleep, as may vitamin D and CoQ10 when taken in high doses or at nighttime. What you eat can also affect sleep. For details, sign in and read the full answer.

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