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Sleepy Cocoa & Cayenne Latte (w/magnesium)

A warming drink to lull you to sleep

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Dr. Andrew Weil & Diana Weil
Sep 19, 2025
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I love having a warm beverage to sip on before bed, and this “latte” is a favorite. It contains cocoa powder, a pinch of cayenne, magnesium powder, and your go-to milk. Magnesium is helpful to take before bed as it can help promote relaxation, just make sure you use the right form. I generally recommend taking magnesium glycinate before bed as it is typically well-tolerated and has been shown to improve sleep quality. Magnesium citrate is another good option.

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