Sleepmaxxing: The Obsession for Perfect Sleep Could Be Dangerous, Experts Warn

• Sleepmaxxing is a trend focused on optimizing sleep by perfecting the bedroom environment and controlling nightly habits for enhanced health.
• Popular on platforms like TikTok, it blends lifestyle advice, gadgets, and supplements into a nightly ritual.
• While incorporating established sleep hygiene principles, some claims lack conclusive scientific evidence, like eating kiwi or weighted blankets.
• Experts warn of Orthosomnia, a psychological risk where the pressure to achieve flawless sleep actually disrupts rest.
• Consumer sleep trackers are imperfect tools; professional help is necessary for persistent sleep struggles.