Sleep trends, checked
Each page answers one question about a trend you might have seen on social media: does it work? We read the research behind it and give one of three verdicts, with the sources listed. The verdict follows the evidence, not how popular the trend is.
- Some basisReal evidence exists, usually more modest than the claim.
- UnprovenLittle or no good evidence, and not obviously harmful.
- RiskyA specific hazard worth knowing about.
| Trend | What’s claimed | Verdict | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| The military sleep method | A short relaxation routine taught to US Navy pilots lets you fall asleep in about two minutes, anywhere. | Some basis | |
| Weighted blankets | Sleeping under a heavy blanket calms your body, so you fall asleep faster and stay asleep. | Some basis | |
| Sleepy girl mocktail | A glass of tart cherry juice with magnesium powder and a splash of sparkling water before bed helps you fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply. | Unproven |
We review every page periodically, and the last-checked date on each one is accurate.