Drink This 30 Minutes Before Bed to Stop Waking Up at Night | Dr. Mandell

Drink This 30 Minutes Before Bed to Stop Waking Up at Night | Dr. Mandell

Evidence Health
Evidence Health
3 Video Views·Jul 30, 2026

Drink this about 30 minutes before bed to support hydration, nighttime blood sugar balance, digestion, and a calmer nervous system so you may sleep more comfortably and wake up feeling better. In this video, I explain how a simple warm drink made with lemon, a tiny pinch of salt, and a small amount of honey may help reduce some of the stress signals that can contribute to waking during the night. This is not a sleeping pill, and it does not force your body to sleep. Instead, it supports normal hydration, mineral balance, digestion, and the body’s natural overnight repair processes. Many people may notice fewer nighttime awakenings, less morning heaviness or bloating, and clearer thinking when they wake up.