6 alternative sleep therapies

#4 Melatonin… in the right dose

OK, we’ve all heard of melatonin so it’s not such a big revelation as far as sleep therapies go. What is unknown however is that we’re taking too much of it. The commonly marketed dose is 3mg and that’s been the norm. The thing is that according to the studies that’s probably 10x too much, especially for men. So 300mcg is what I take. This is the one I use.

One more thing: The key with melatonin is to take it 45 minutes to 1 hour before bed. That is the optimal time for the body to adjust its cycle and start the sleep process.

Read: 5 ways melatonin fights aging (besides better sleep)

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Craig Cooper

By Craig Cooper

Craig Cooper is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and TV host of CNBC's "Adventure Capitalists". He is an “Ambassador” for both the global men’s health foundation “Movember” and 2XU, the performance sportswear company. He is the author of the Harper Collins book “Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick-Ass Life After 40“. Follow Craig on Instagram @craigcooperrrr and Facebook.

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