According to experts, members of Gen-Z spend more time sleeping than any other generation. Surveys and research have shown that they spend more time than others exercising and prioritizing self-care to improve quality of life.

How does SleepMaxxing work?,

By now people have become proficient in it The horrors and dangers of sleeplessnessWhich can lead to many diseases and conditions, including heart problems, type 2 diabetes and even obesity.

According to experts, adults need at least seven hours of sleep at night, and since earlier people never made it a priority, they became prone to many physical and mental health ailments. However, this is changing in the post-2020 world and a new generation is entering the workforce.

Sleepmaxing helps in:

• fewer sick days
• maintain a healthy weight
• Reduce stress and improve mood
• Reduce the risk of health problems including heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
• Improve attention and memory

Is sleepmaxing harmful?

Despite wellness intentions, experts believe some aspects of this trend may cause more harm than good. ineffective supplements, mouth tape, and nasal dilator are among the products featured in some of the most popular viral videos that offer advice on optimizing your sleep. However, these may increase health risks.

Doctors believe that the commercialization of sleep as a product is highly worrying and the focus should not shift from wellness to purchasing more and more products to achieve ideal sleep quality.

Can Supplements and Ingredients Make You Sleep More?

While Gen Z thinks so, experts say the modernization of sleep is a flaw in the trend to prioritize this healthy habit. Doctors say regularly reaching for over-the-counter medications and supplements or indulging in viral but unsafe activities can be harmful to health in the long run.

These include the following:

magnesium

Magnesium improves sleep, but supplements may interact with some medications and cause indigestion.

taping the mouth

Although mouth tape may help you stop snoring, experts say there is not enough evidence to support it. Additionally, they warn that it could be dangerous for people with sleep apnea.

melatonin

Melatonin temporarily helps with sleep problems, such as those caused by jet lag. However, timing and dosage are important and therefore, many over-the-counter melatonin dosages exceed the adult range considered safe.

nasal dilator

According to experts, there is not enough evidence to support the use of nasal dilators in aiding sleep or eliminating snoring.

Ways to get maximum sleep naturally

Some methods that may help you take a nap naturally include:

• Caffeine should not be consumed within six hours of bedtime
• drinking alcohol in moderation and stopping within three hours of bedtime
• Put screens on before bed at least 45 minutes before you plan to sleep
• Exercise regularly but avoid high-intensity sweat sessions before bed

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