Deepak Menon Deepak Menon Asked 6 months ago

Does glycine help with sleep?

I've been having trouble sleeping lately, and a colleague suggested taking glycine supplements. I'm open to trying natural remedies. Does glycine help with sleep, and how quickly does it work?

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Shubha Srinivasan Shubha Srinivasan Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Yes, glycine has been discussed quite a bit in our wellness threads. Many members have reported that taking it before bed helps lower body temperature and improves deep sleep. It is a gentle amino acid, but do consult your doctor on the correct dosage.

Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I use glycine occasionally for post-workout recovery and it definitely relaxes the nervous system before bed. But remember, a good sleep schedule and keeping your room dark is just as important as any supplement.

Harnam Singh Harnam Singh Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I have heard of these modern sleep powders, but a cup of warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg before bed works wonderfully too. If you are taking glycine, make sure to take it under proper guidance and do not depend on pills alone for rest.

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Pankaj Sharma Pankaj Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan yaar, glycine se neend kaafi achhi aati hai, maine khud try kiya hai. It relaxes your mind and subah uthke tiredness bhi nahi lagti na. Ek baar try karke dekh sakte ho, safe hi hai.

Sanjay Chawla Sanjay Chawla Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

At my age, getting a continuous 6 hours of sleep is like winning a lottery. Glycine did help calm my racing mind at night, though it still doesn't stop my phone from waking me up. Worth a shot if you toss and turn a lot.

Leela Krishnan Leela Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

With age, our sleep naturally becomes lighter and we worry too much about it. I have seen my children use glycine with good results. Just rest your mind, don't worry about sleeplessness, and let the supplement work gently.

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Anil Deshmukh Anil Deshmukh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Instead of buying expensive imported supplements, you can try getting glycine naturally through protein-rich food, or just keep your dinners light. Simple lifestyle habits like a warm foot soak before sleeping also work wonders without costing anything.

Ritu Malhotra Ritu Malhotra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I struggled with chronic insomnia for a year. Glycine does help in calming the brain because it acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter. My advice is to take it about an hour before sleep, and turn off your screen completely for it to be effective.

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