How to get deep sleep, and why it's so important

Deep sleep is one of the most restorative stages of rest. It is found within the NREM (non-rapid eye movement) sleep , especially in stages 3 and 4, known as “slow wave sleep”.

During this phase:

• The body regenerates at the cellular level

• Essential hormones such as growth hormone are released.

• The immune system is strengthened

• Memories are consolidated and brain toxins are cleansed.

Without sufficient deep sleep, the quality of sleep is compromised , even if you sleep a full eight hours.

An average adult spends between 13% and 23% of the night in deep sleep. That equates to about 60 to 110 minutes per night. , depending on age, fitness, stress and lifestyle habits.

This time is usually longer in children and adolescents, and decreases with age. However, a good routine can help you improve deep sleep even in adulthood .

Deep sleep occurs mainly during the first third of the night. That is, if you go to bed at 23:00h, your deepest and most restorative phases will be approximately between 23:30 h and 2:30 h. .

During this interval, it is essential that rest is not interrupted, as this is when the body activates its most intense recovery functions.

There are real, sustainable and natural strategies to increase the duration and quality of deep sleep.. And no, we are not talking about instant solutions, but an approach based on consistency and healthy habits.

Going to bed and waking up always at the same time helps regulate your circadian rhythm, facilitating the passage through all phases of sleep, including the deepest one..

Exposure to blue light from cell phones, tablets or television reduces the production of melatonin, making it difficult to fall asleep and to access deep sleep phases.

Heavy digestion or stimulants can keep you in states of alertness that interfere with deep sleep. Opt for light, stimulant-free dinners.

Magnesium is one of the most important minerals in the quality of rest. It helps to relax the nervous system, to reduce cortisol levels and to facilitate the passage to the deep phases of sleep.

On the contrary: numerous studies confirm that magnesium, especially in forms such as citrate or bisglycinate, promotes the conciliation and depth of sleep . It is one of the most widely used ingredients to improve deep sleep naturally.

At ZZEN Labs, we work from a realistic vision and backed by science to help you improve your rest. We do not offer immediate solutions, but natural supports that can be easily integrated into your routine and help you regain your balance.

Designed to help you concile sleep and maintain it without interruption, ZZEN Sleep is formulated with synergistically acting ingredients that naturally support the onset and depth of rest:

• Magnesium glycinate (400 mg): one of the most bioavailable forms of magnesium, ideal for promoting muscular and neurological relaxation.

• GABA (200 mg): key neurotransmitter to reduce brain hyperactivity and facilitate the transition to states of deep calm.

• 5-HTP (25 mg): direct precursor of serotonin and, later, melatonin. It helps regulate mood and prepare the body for sleep.

• Melatonine (1 mg): a natural hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle.

• Melotime® (1 mg): microencapsulated form of extended-release melatonin, which helps maintain sleep throughout the night.

The ZZEN Sleep formula, is designed for those who are looking for a natural aid to promote deep sleep., without drowsiness upon awakening or aggressive effects on the body's natural rhythm.

When daily stress or anxiety hinder the relaxation necessary for deep rest,ZZEN Calm can be a great help. Its formula is geared to help balance the nervous system and promote a state of sustained calm, ideal as a natural preparation for deep sleep. Its main ingredients are:

• Pure Ashwagandha root extract (450 mg, standardized to 10% withanolides): potent adaptogen that helps reduce cortisol, manage stress and improve the body's response to mental and physical stress.

• Passionflower dry extract (240 mg): plant traditionally used for its mild sedative and anxiolytic properties, which promotes relaxation without generating dependence or drowsiness during the day.

ZZEN Calm can be taken in the late afternoon or evening as part of a relaxation routine that prepares the body and mind for deeper, more sustained rest.

The body needs signals to rest deeply. When we create the right environment and habits, we are telling the brain:it is safe to disconnect. 

Relaxation before bedtime, accompanied by a calm environment, a consistent routine and natural support such as ZZEN Labs' natural nootropics, can make all the difference.