Sleep. That elusive thing we all know we need but somehow keep sabotaging with late-night scrolling, Netflix binges, or one last glass of wine. I’ve struggled with sleep most of my life, and trust me.I’ve tried every Google hack you can imagine. Weighted blankets? tried them. Herbal teas? I’ve sipped them all. Counting sheep? Let’s just say the sheep and I are no longer on speaking terms.
But along the way, I’ve found a few things that actually do make a difference. So, if you’re tired of being tired, here are my top sleep helpers that have genuinely worked for me.
(P.S. Number 1 had the biggest impact so far……stay tuned for that one!)
5. WHOOP – Data That Doesn’t Lie
At Muhdo Hub, our motto has always been: “If you can’t track it, how can you improve it?”
WHOOP is basically a sleep nerd’s dream. It tracks everything from recommended sleep time, consistency, and efficiency, to how your lifestyle affects your nights. Stress, training, late-night pizza, even your supplement stack you’ll see how each factor plays into your REM sleep or the hours you spend tossing and turning.
For me, it was a total game-changer. Finally, I could see the patterns and connect the dots. If you love data or just need a nudge to take your sleep seriously, WHOOP is worth a look.
4. Loop Dream Earplugs – Silence, Please
Living in a noisy part of London, I learned quickly that silence is golden. Over the years, I’ve tried every earplug imaginable (and yes, I’ve woken up surrounded by those little yellow foam bullets).
Then I discovered Loop Dream earplugs. Sleek, reusable, and able to block up to 27db of noise, they’re a lifesaver. Whether it’s your partner snoring like a chainsaw or the neighbour who thinks midnight is the perfect time for karaoke, these little guys have your back.
3. Blue-Light Lenses – Less RoboCop, More Rest
I get it! No one wants to look like a sci-fi villain just to get a decent night’s sleep. But blue-light blocking lenses? They actually work.
Spending all day (and let’s be honest, all night) in front of screens messes with your body’s natural sleep signals. Blue-light lenses help reduce that impact. The good news? They’ve come a long way no more looking like you’re wearing sunglasses indoors. These days, you can get them in subtle glasses or even contact lenses, and no one will notice.
Maybe you should have gone to Specsavers after all.
2. Alexa, Dim the Lights – Smart Bulbs for Sleep
Our bodies are designed to wind down as the sun sets but between long work hours and TV screens the size of small cinemas, that natural rhythm often goes out the window.
That’s where Philips Hue smart bulbs come in. You can set them to dim in the evening, mimic the sunrise in the morning, or create a softer glow before bed. One tip? Don’t forget the bathroom. There’s nothing like blinding white light bouncing off mirrors right before bed to ruin your sleepy vibes. Switching to low-light bulbs there made a massive difference for me.
1. Tri-magnetism by Muhdohub
Magnesium is a mineral that most people will have heard of, but unfortunately it is estimated that 50-75% do not consume enough of each day. This can be a major issue and is likely to be a contributory factor for poor sleep and a whole variety of other negative health factors such as:
· Increased Stress or Anxiety
· Sore Muscles or Cramps
· Fatigue and Weakness
· Migraines or Headaches
· High Blood Pressure
One of the reasons that magnesium seems to have such a profound effect for improving your sleep is through its involvement in several key biological pathways that promote a state of calm, such as activating something called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors.
GABA is extremely unique, as it’s your brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter. When magnesium binds to its receptors it helps to quieten down your central nervous system, allowing you to relax and unwind.
Magnesium does also have an effect on raising Melatonin levels, which as we all know is also called the “Sleep Hormone”. We really all need to try and prioritise our sleep each night.
Because at the end of the day, sleep isn’t just about feeling rested it’s about recovery, performance, and long-term health. And when you get it right, everything else just feels better.
