So many people struggle with sleep. Some struggle to fall asleep, others struggle to stay asleep, and still others struggle with both issues. Thankfully, there are medications and supplements out there that can really help with this. CBD and melatonin are two of these supplements. These days, you can even find the two combined into one softgel. Here are some tips to follow if you decide to try CBD and melatonin softgels.

Take them when you have plenty of time to sleep.

Everyone responds to melatonin a bit differently, and everyone responds to CBD a bit differently. You might not feel overly sleepy when you take these two products together, but someone else might feel totally knocked out. Since you don't know how you're going to react, it is best to take CBD and melatonin softgels for the first time when you have plenty of time to dedicate to sleep. Don't take them when you have to be up at 4:30 a.m. the next day; you may find you're still very tired then! Take them when you can sleep in, if needed.

Start with the lowest recommended dose.

It can be tempting to take more than the smallest recommended dose — which is usually one softgel. You may be especially tempted to take a bigger dose if you are larger than the average person or if you've taken either CBD or melatonin in the past. But weight is not a perfect predictor of how much CBD or melatonin you'll need. And these two supplements tend to work differently together than they do on their own. Still start with just one softgel and see how you feel. If it does not give you enough sleep assistance, then you can take more the next night — as long as the dosing instructions on the bottle allow for it.

Still use good sleep hygiene.

CBD and melatonin are not a replacement for good sleep hygiene. They are meant to be an addition to it. So, even when taking these softgels, you should be in a dark room. Avoid screens before bedtime, listen to soft music or some white noise, and go to bed at the same time each night. Using these products while also practicing good sleep hygiene can make a huge difference in how well you sleep.

If you follow the tips above, you should have good luck when using CBD and melatonin softgels for sleep.

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