Skip to content There is currently no good evidence demonstrating that honey and salt have a special combined effect on sleep.
Some people may still report feeling calmer after taking the mixture. This experience could be influenced by several factors:
- A comforting bedtime ritual
- Relief of a mild nighttime cough
- Reduced hunger
- Expectation that the remedy will work
- A naturally better night of sleep
- Other changes in the person’s evening routine
A perceived benefit does not necessarily mean the remedy is useless. Relaxing rituals can help signal that the day is ending.
However, personal experience should not be confused with proof that the mixture treats chronic insomnia.
How the Bedtime Mixture Is Commonly Prepared
A commonly shared version of the remedy uses:
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey
- A very small pinch of salt
The ingredients are mixed together and consumed shortly before bed. Some people dissolve them in a small amount of warm water.
If you decide to try it, there is no reason to use a large quantity. More honey adds more sugar and calories, while more salt adds unnecessary sodium.