Wine Down, Sans Wine

Sep 28

Wind down with a beverage that looks like red wine (hello placebo), tastes amazing, helps with muscle recovery, and makes you sleep like a baby.... Tart cherry juice has entered the chat.

Introducing what I call the "Wine Down" drink, a rendition of the tiktok trending "Sleepy Girl Mocktail." It's all just a play on words, but I was amazed to find that it ACTUALLY works, and I have sleep scores to prove it.

I have been tracking my sleep for almost 6 months now, and I have never been so impressed with my sleep scores since starting this drink!

If you know me, you know I LOVE a heavy pour of Cab. However, the last few months I've seen how poorly it affects my sleep. I always thought a glass of wine relaxed me and helped me "fall asleep" right away. My Oura ring tells an entirely different story. When I drink wine my resting heart rate is elevated through the roof for hours as my liver works to detoxify and my body is unable to actually sink into deep REM sleep.

Don't get me wrong, I am not ditching red wine. It just made me rethink what I reach for to relax and unwind. I was on the search for a fun night cap that would actually optimize my rest and recovery.

I love adding in some elderberry, zinc, magnesium and minerals for some additional benefits!

I love the Lakewood Organics or RW Knudsen brand Tart Cherry but be sure to look for no added ingredients or added sugar if you explore other brands.

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