The ultimate guide to sleep hacks: Which ones really work — and what to skip
The article discusses various sleep hacks and their effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of a consistent sleep schedule and natural light exposure. Expert David Warkentin critiques popular trends like mouth taping and fat-rich foods before bed, suggesting they may not be beneficial and could pose risks. Instead, he recommends establishing a calming bedtime routine and considering a tart cherry juice mocktail for better sleep.
- ▪David Warkentin, a sleep service director, emphasizes the importance of consistency in sleep habits.
- ▪Mouth taping is cautioned against due to potential safety risks and limited evidence of effectiveness.
- ▪Warkentin suggests a wind-down routine and exposure to natural light as better strategies for improving sleep quality.
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Presented by Catholic Health Wellness The Pursuit of Wellness The ultimate guide to sleep hacks: Which ones really work — and what to skip By Tracy Swartz Published May 20, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Experts have long said the key to amazing sleep is a steady schedule, morning sunlight exposure and a calming wind-down routine. Then, there are the social media users pushing shortcuts to shuteye — tweaks here and there that could unlock our best rest yet. It can be difficult to know which sleep tips are worth trying — and which are the stuff of nightmares. 3 Catholic Health’s system director for sleep service reviews four of the most popular so-called bedtime boosts — and provides tricks of his own.
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