Fall Asleep Instantly Every Day (my nighttime routine)

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Paul Saladino30m · 2025-03-17

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Well SupportedThe normal half-life of caffeine is 4 to 6 hours, meaning residual caffeine remains in the system hours after consumption.Well SupportedThe final food intake of the day should be consumed approximately four hours before bedtime.Well SupportedA wind-down routine involving walking, breathing exercises, or meditation, and avoiding phone use, aids sleep transition.Well SupportedInfrared light is used in mitochondria to produce melatonin, which acts as a systemic antioxidant, and many people are systemically deficient in melatonin.Well Supported

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Morning sunlight exposure sets up the circadian rhythm and influences melatonin production.

Not SupportedIt is recommended to remove seed oils such as canola, sunflower, safflower, soybean, grape seed, and rice bran oils from the diet completely.

Well SupportedDiamond Kosher salt was found to be low in heavy metals in one test.

Well SupportedTo optimize circadian rhythm, use 10,000 lux artificial light in the morning and red/amber light in the afternoon.

Well SupportedBad breath is typically caused by oral and gut dysbiosis, which can be improved by enhancing food quality, fixing the gut, and improving the oral microbiome.

Well SupportedSwitching from a plastic toothbrush to a natural toothbrush can reduce microplastic exposure.

Well SupportedRemoving fluoride from drinking water is a reasonable choice given the low cost of effective filters and potential health concerns.

Well SupportedUsing a red paper to cover the fridge light reduces bright light exposure at night, potentially avoiding melatonin disruption.

Well SupportedSilk dental floss is a PFA-free and cleaner option compared to many plastic-based flosses.

Well SupportedBlue light from artificial sources signals daytime to the body, interfering with melatonin production and circadian rhythm.

Not SupportedConsuming a high-carbohydrate meal about an hour before bed can negatively impact sleep architecture.

Well SupportedManaging bedroom temperature is important for sleep as it is part of the circadian rhythm.

Partially SupportedInability to fall asleep within 5 minutes of head hitting the pillow indicates a sleep issue, often caused by a poor light environment in the 2-3 hours before bed.

Well SupportedIncreasing sunlight exposure during the day makes it easier to fall asleep at night and leads to higher quality sleep.

Well SupportedAvoiding blue light from phones and computers before sleep, and using red lights, can help improve sleep onset.

Well SupportedEarplugs can be used at night to block out sound and aid sleep.

Partially SupportedRecording audio without a shirt and with the microphone in Bluetooth mode off minimizes RF EMF exposure.

Partially SupportedHardwiring a house with Ethernet cords and turning off Wi-Fi reduces RF EMF exposure at night.

Not SupportedTap water should not be consumed due to the presence of fluoride, which is harmful in excess and associated with decreased IQ in children.

Well SupportedHigh-quality, mold-free, and pesticide-free coffee should not be consumed less than 10 hours before sleep.

Well SupportedA 60-minute wind-down period before sleep, free from work or stressful interactions, is beneficial.

Partially SupportedThe speaker aims to finish dinner a few hours before going to sleep.

Well SupportedUsing dim red lights at night is recommended to avoid negatively affecting circadian rhythm and sleep quality.

Partially SupportedPhones should not be kept near the bed while sleeping and should be on airplane mode or hardwired to avoid RF emissions.

Partially SupportedBrushing teeth with water alone is sufficient for maintaining oral health.

Not SupportedExposure to flickering lights, blue light, and environmental irritants in restaurants can disrupt sleep schedules.

Partially SupportedA dark bedroom environment is desired for sleep, achieved through blackout curtains and an eye mask.

Partially SupportedShower filters should be used to remove chlorine and heavy metals from shower water.

Partially SupportedA bamboo toothbrush with boar hair bristles can be used to avoid microplastics from plastic toothbrushes.

Well SupportedWalking for 10 minutes immediately after eating is a recommended habit.

Partially SupportedCoconut water contains a good amount of magnesium, which can help with sleep.

Partially SupportedMacBook Pro displays flicker faster than phone screens, and faster flickering may be less stressful to the body than slower flickering.

Partially SupportedPhone screens flicker more slowly than LED lights and may be more disturbing to the circadian rhythm.

Not SupportedWearing a device that emits significant RF EMF on the body for hours a day is undesirable.

Not SupportedAlcohol consumption interferes with sleep architecture and may thin the neo cortex, even with one drink per day.

Partially SupportedNon-fluoride toothpastes can still contain undesirable ingredients like SDS, flavors, or colorings.

Partially SupportedFlickering lights are difficult for the sympathetic nervous system to ignore.

Partially SupportedTap water and shower water should be filtered to remove fluoride.

Partially SupportedGrass-fed ground beef is a food that improves sleep quality.

Partially SupportedHoney has been shown to improve sleep quality.

Not SupportedUsing shampoo, conditioner, or soap can disrupt the skin and hair microbiome and is generally unnecessary for hygiene.

Partially SupportedMorning sunlight exposure helps set up the circadian rhythm and supports better melatonin production throughout the day, leading to better sleep at night.

Partially SupportedTryptophan, found in milk, is a precursor for melatonin and can improve sleep.

Not SupportedCrystal deodorants containing aluminum salts introduce aluminum into the armpits.

Partially SupportedUsing organic cotton or linen sheets and a silk pillowcase are part of a nighttime bedding routine.

Partially SupportedNot using shampoo for an extended period can prevent hair from becoming excessively oily.

Partially SupportedFoods containing glycine, such as grass-fed ground beef, can help the body cool itself and prepare the brain for sleep.

Not SupportedMarijuana disrupts sleep architecture and its cannabinoids can decrease testosterone levels.

Partially SupportedA cooling mat on the bed is used as part of the nighttime routine.

Not SupportedProcessed sugars can disrupt sleep, unlike the sugars found naturally in honey, milk, or complex carbohydrates.

Partially SupportedGood diet, exercise, and light management enable quick sleep onset.

Partially SupportedImproving sleep quality can positively impact libido, sex hormones, and work performance.

Partially SupportedUsing red lights at night can create a mood conducive to intimacy and improve sleep quality.

Partially SupportedReading physical books at night with a portable red light is a preferred winding-down activity.

Not SupportedChocolate, matcha, and cacao should not be consumed at night as they can disrupt sleep architecture due to theobromine and caffeine-like compounds.

Partially SupportedA microphone can be used in a zero EMF mode by plugging it into the receiver for later audio syncing.

Partially SupportedA nighttime routine should include cooling the body, creating a calm environment, using earplugs, and ensuring a cool, dark bedroom.

Partially SupportedUsing a red light filter on a computer is recommended if one must use a computer at night.

Partially SupportedIt is preferable to stop looking at a phone for one to two hours before sleep and perform phone-related tasks on a computer instead.

Partially SupportedLying with legs elevated against a wall for 10-15 minutes before sleep can aid relaxation and promote sleepiness.

Partially SupportedIris software can change a computer screen to a sleep screen, which is beneficial for nighttime use.

Not SupportedToothpaste may contain undesirable ingredients like SDS, flavors, or colorings and may be unnecessary for oral hygiene.

Partially SupportedTaking a cool shower before sleep can help lower body temperature, aiding sleep.

Partially SupportedIncandescent bulbs offer a more full-spectrum light compared to LEDs and fluorescents, mimicking outdoor light better.