Seven Drinks to Help Your Blood Sugar and Sleep

Below are some simple drinks you can try before bed to help keep your blood sugar stable and get better sleep:

1. Apple Cider Vinegar with Cinnamon

This is a powerful combo for blood sugar. Just add one or two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water, and then sprinkle in a little cinnamon. Together, these two can really help regulate your blood sugar throughout the night.

2. Chamomile Tea

Chamomile tea is well known for helping you relax and sleep, but it also has a direct impact on your blood sugar. It can help lower cortisol, which is that stress hormone we talked about. Plus, it actually protects the cells in your pancreas that make insulin, which is super important for managing blood sugar.

3. Golden Milk

Golden milk is a tasty drink made by combining turmeric and ginger with milk. Turmeric has a special ingredient called curcumin, and when you mix it with ginger, you get a strong effect. Drinking this before bed can be a nice way to help balance your blood sugar.

4. Aloe Vera Juice

You might think of aloe vera for digestion or skin issues, but it also has a big impact on the cells in your pancreas that produce insulin. Adding some aloe vera juice to your nighttime routine could be a good move for your blood sugar.

5. Berberine Tea

Berberine is an herb that works in a way that’s pretty similar to a common diabetes medication called Metformin, but without the side effects. If you can find berberine in a tea form, it could be a great addition to your evening drinks.

6. Electrolyte Drinks (Without Sugar)

Electrolytes like potassium and magnesium are really important for healthy blood sugar. Magnesium can help lower cortisol, which means less stress and better sleep. Potassium is also key for storing glucose in your liver and muscles. Most people don’t get enough potassium, so an electrolyte drink (make sure it doesn’t have added sugar!) can be very helpful. These minerals are like natural relaxers for your body.

7. Salt in Water

This might sound surprising, especially since people with blood sugar issues are often told to avoid salt. However, sodium is an important electrolyte that can actually help reduce blood sugar and cortisol. Adding a little salt to water, or even to your electrolyte drink, can help you stay hydrated and support your adrenal glands, nerves, and muscles. A little salt before bed can make you feel calmer and sleep better. It helps prevent that concentrated blood sugar situation we talked about earlier by keeping you well-hydrated.

Trying one or more of these drinks before bed could make a real difference in how you feel, how well you sleep, and how stable your blood sugar stays throughout the night. Give them a shot and see what works best for you!