Common Sleep Problems and How HIRO Sleep Can Help
Some people can't get to sleep. Others drop off fine and then wake at 3am with their mind racing. Some sleep eight hours and still wake up feeling flat. Sleep problems come in different shapes, and knowing which one you have makes it easier to fix.
This guide covers the most common everyday sleep problems, what tends to cause each one, what helps, and how HIRO Sleep fits in.
Why so many of us sleep badly
Long working days, screens late into the evening, stress and irregular hours all push against your body's natural sleep rhythm. The NHS lists stress, anxiety, noise, a room that's too hot or cold, caffeine, alcohol and shift work among the common causes of poor sleep.
Four common sleep problems
1. Trouble falling asleep
You're tired, but when your head hits the pillow your brain switches on. Racing thoughts and a restless body push back the moment you drop off, and the frustration makes it worse.
What helps: a wind-down hour with low light and no screens, writing down what's on your mind earlier in the evening, and getting up for a few minutes if you've been lying awake for a long time.
2. Waking in the night
You fall asleep easily but wake once or several times, often at the same time, and struggle to settle again.
What helps: cutting back on alcohol, which tends to break up sleep later in the night, keeping the bedroom cool and dark, and not checking your phone or the clock when you wake.
3. Waking too early
You wake well before your alarm and can't get back to sleep, so you lose sleep at the end of the night.
What helps: blackout blinds in summer, regular bed and wake times, and keeping stress in check. If early waking comes with low mood, talk to your GP.
4. Sleep that doesn't refresh you
You get enough hours but wake up groggy. Light, broken sleep is often the cause.
What helps: a consistent routine, morning daylight and regular exercise. If you snore loudly or wake gasping, see your GP, as this can be a sign of sleep apnoea.
How HIRO Sleep can help
HIRO Sleep is for people who have trouble falling asleep, can't switch their brain off or keep waking in the night. It's made with ingredients clinically proven to help you:
- fall asleep faster
- stay asleep longer
- wake up sharper
The hero ingredient is Levagen®, powered by LipiSperse®: a clinically trialled natural ingredient shown to reduce anxiety and improve sleep. In a placebo-controlled trial, adults taking it reported improvements in their sleep (Rao et al., Sleep Science and Practice, 2021).
It's combined with ashwagandha (KSM-66®), magnesium and chamomile flower, all known for their relaxing and sleep-enhancing qualities. KSM-66 ashwagandha improved sleep quality in a placebo-controlled study of adults with insomnia (Langade et al., Cureus, 2019), and a systematic review found chamomile improved sleep quality across several trials (Hieu et al., Phytotherapy Research, 2019).
| Ingredient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Levagen® (with LipiSperse®) | 175mg |
| Ashwagandha (KSM-66®) | 150mg |
| Magnesium | 112.5mg |
| Chamomile flower | 75mg |
| Zinc | 1.5mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.21mg |
Getting the most out of it
- Take it at the same time each evening as part of your wind-down routine, following the directions on the pack.
- Pair it with good habits. Regular bedtimes, no late caffeine and a dark, cool bedroom make a big difference on their own.
- Give it a few weeks. Some customers notice a change within a few nights, but judge it over a few weeks, ideally with a quick note each morning on how you slept.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, have a thyroid condition, take prescription medication or have a health condition, check with your GP or pharmacist first. If poor sleep has lasted for weeks and is affecting your daily life, see your GP: our guide to sleep disorders, causes and symptoms explains the signs.
Choosing a pack
HIRO Sleep is £25 for a single pack. The Twin Pack (£45) and Triple Pack (£60) bring the cost down if it becomes part of your routine. Every order is covered by our 60-day money-back guarantee, and you can see the full range in our sleep collection.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most common sleep problem?
Insomnia, meaning trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or waking too early, is the most common. It's often linked to stress and habits, and it usually improves with a better routine.
Is HIRO Sleep a sleeping pill?
No. HIRO Sleep is a food supplement in capsule form. Sleeping pills are prescription medicines for diagnosed conditions. For more on the difference, see our guide to sleep supplements.
Does it contain melatonin?
No. Melatonin is prescription-only in the UK. HIRO Sleep contains Levagen®, ashwagandha (KSM-66®), magnesium, chamomile flower, zinc and pantothenic acid.
Can I take it every night?
It's designed to be part of your evening routine. Follow the directions on the pack and don't exceed the recommended serving.