By Better Tomorrow

Inside Nighttime Recovery: The Science Behind Better Sleep & Stronger Recovery

When we designed Better Tomorrow Nighttime Recovery, the goal was simple: create a nightly ritual that fuels recovery, supports restful sleep, and protects muscle. Every ingredient was chosen for its role in muscle repair, calm, and overnight renewal — and together, they’re greater than the sum of their parts.

Here’s what’s inside, and why it matters.

💪 20g of Pea Protein

Protein is the foundation of recovery. With 20 grams of clean, plant-based pea protein, Nighttime Recovery helps preserve and repair lean muscle while you sleep.

  • Why it matters: Studies show that consuming protein before bed enhances overnight muscle protein synthesis (Res et al., 2012). This means your body actually builds and repairs more muscle while you sleep if you provide it with the right fuel.

  • Why pea protein: It’s gentle on digestion (important for GLP-1 users), dairy-free, and provides a complete amino acid profile.

🌙 Tart Cherry Extract

Tart cherries are naturally rich in melatonin and anthocyanins (powerful antioxidants).

  • Why it matters: Research shows tart cherry juice can increase melatonin levels and improve sleep duration and quality (Howatson et al., 2012).

  • Recovery benefits: The anthocyanins in tart cherries also help reduce exercise-induced muscle soreness and inflammation, aiding faster recovery.

🌿 Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb used for centuries to support stress balance and resilience.

  • Why it matters: Clinical studies have found that ashwagandha can reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) and improve sleep quality (Langade et al., 2019).

  • Recovery benefits: Lower stress levels promote a more anabolic (muscle-preserving) environment in the body, while supporting calm before bed.

🍵 L-Theanine

L-Theanine is an amino acid found in tea leaves, famous for promoting relaxation without drowsiness.

  • Why it matters: Research shows L-Theanine increases alpha brain waves, which are linked to relaxation and a meditative state (Nobre et al., 2008).

  • Recovery benefits: Combined with protein and adaptogens, it sets the stage for deep, restorative rest — crucial for overnight repair.

⚡ Magnesium (Glycinate)

Magnesium is a mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions, including muscle function and sleep regulation.

  • Why it matters: Magnesium glycinate is highly bioavailable and gentle on digestion. It has been shown to improve sleep quality, especially in people with low magnesium (Abbasi et al., 2012).

  • Recovery benefits: Supports muscle relaxation, reduces nighttime cramps, and calms the nervous system.

⚙️ Zinc

Zinc is a trace mineral essential for immune function, hormone balance, and recovery.

  • Why it matters: Zinc is tied to growth hormone release during sleep (Prasad, 2013), which is critical for tissue repair and muscle growth.

  • Recovery benefits: Supports immune defense and repair pathways that are most active overnight.

🫐 Antioxidant Botanicals: Blue Butterfly Pea & Maqui Powder

These vibrant botanicals aren’t just for color — they’re loaded with antioxidants.

  • Blue Butterfly Pea: Traditionally used in Southeast Asia for calming rituals, it contains anthocyanins that fight oxidative stress.

  • Maqui Berry: One of the most antioxidant-rich fruits on earth, linked to reduced inflammation and better metabolic health.

  • Recovery benefits: Antioxidants help reduce oxidative stress from training or daily life, allowing for faster repair and less soreness.

🚫 No Dairy. No Artificial Sweeteners.

Because better recovery starts with clean inputs. Nighttime Recovery is dairy-free, bloat-free, and flavored naturally — designed to sit light in the stomach while delivering big results.

🔗 How These Ingredients Work Together

Here’s why these ingredients are more powerful in combination:

  • Protein + Magnesium + Zinc → support muscle repair and growth.

  • Tart Cherry + Ashwagandha + L-Theanine → promote calm, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality.

  • Antioxidants + Protein → reduce inflammation while providing the building blocks for repair.

The result? A nightly formula that helps you sleep deeper, recover stronger, and wake up ready.

🌙 The Bottom Line

Recovery isn’t just about what happens in the gym — it’s about how well you sleep and repair afterward. With science-backed ingredients that target muscle, sleep, and stress, Nighttime Recovery is designed to be your ultimate nightcap for health.

Because better nights create better tomorrows.



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