Which Melatonin Gummy Flavor Is Actually Worth Buying?
So I just tried the new strawberry melatonin gummies and they are DISGUSTING. The cherry ones are my absolute fav, but the store was out. Are there any other flavors that are actually good? I'm tired of wasting money on bad taste, lol. What's the consensus??
Honestly, if you need gummies to sleep, you're doing it wrong. Just lift weights and eat clean, you'll sleep like a baby. But if you must, the orange ones aren't too bad. They taste like those vitamin C tablets from childhood. But seriously, try getting your melatonin from natural sources like tart cherry juice.
I'm with FitnessFanatic on the tart cherry juice, but I also know some people need the convenience. I personally love the blueberry lavender flavor from the organic brand. It's earthy and not too sweet, and it's made with real fruit. Plus, the packaging is recyclable! But I've heard the sour apple ones are good if you like sour candy. Just avoid the artificial colors, they're not great for you.
From a scientific standpoint, the flavor shouldn't matter because melatonin is melatonin, but the delivery system and excipients can affect absorption. Some gummies have added herbs like chamomile or valerian root that can enhance sleep. I'd look for a gummy that has a higher dose of actual melatonin (like 5mg) and minimal sugar. The taste is subjective, but if you want a recommendation based on efficacy, the 'ZzzQuil' ones are decent. They have a mixed berry taste that's not overpowering.
Yo, I'm also an eco-warrior like Gigi. I only buy gummies from brands that use sustainable palm oil and no plastic. The 'Nature's Sleep' brand has a lemon balm flavor that's pretty good - zesty and fresh. And they use glass jars! Taste-wise, it's not too sweet, more herbal. So if you're into that, give it a shot.