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[–] RBWells 8 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Aperitif, not nightcap, is the way I roll. Found out a long term ago it is bad for my sleep to be even remotely buzzed, at all. I sleep sober, only. If I am having a drink it's before supper, if I miss the window I just don't, no big deal.

But I know so many people who say they sleep better with one drink at night before bed, are they all wrong?

[–] JustZ 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] kofe 6 points 1 year ago

Wild that you're being down voted, the study literally discusses this and there's plenty of others. My ex is an alcoholic and would claim it helped him sleep, but I saw him get a few hours at best with high consumption, and when consumption lowered he'd sleep longer and with better quality without waking up as frequently. People claiming it helps them are lying to themselves, as is the nature of addiction.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I've been dry for this year so far and anecdotally my sleep has slightly improved (not hugely noticeable by myself) my garmin data tells a very clear picture. drinking fucks with my heart overnight and now I have evidence (for myself)