Why are so many of us tired but still struggling to sleep well? 

Sleep isn’t just about getting more hours—it’s about getting better rest.  

In this episode of Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Sepideh Manafi to unpack the most common sleep questions people ask every day.  

Together, they discuss what quality sleep actually looks like, how stress, routines, electronics, caffeine, alcohol, and medications can disrupt sleep, and what to know about over-the-counter sleep aids like melatonin, antihistamines, and magnesium. 

They also cover snoring, sleep apnea, when sleep problems may point to something more serious, and how pharmacists can help people make informed decisions about improving sleep safely. 

Plus, in this episode’s Myth or Medicine segment, they tackle common sleep claims and social media advice—from weekend catch-up sleep to whether pharmacists can help spot signs of medication-related sleep issues. 

For more information, visit cvs.com/pharmacy. 

Why are so many of us tired but still struggling to sleep well?&nbsp;
Sleep&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;just about getting&nbsp;more hours&mdash;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;about getting better rest.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Sepideh Manafi to unpack the most common sleep questions people ask every day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Together, they discuss what quality sleep&nbsp;actually looks&nbsp;like, how stress, routines, electronics, caffeine, alcohol, and medications can disrupt sleep, and what to know about over-the-counter sleep aids like melatonin, antihistamines, and magnesium.&nbsp;
They also cover snoring, sleep&nbsp;apnea, when sleep problems may point to something more serious, and how pharmacists can help people make informed decisions about improving sleep safely.&nbsp;
Plus, in this episode&rsquo;s&nbsp;Myth or Medicine&nbsp;segment, they tackle common sleep claims and social media advice&mdash;from weekend catch-up sleep to whether pharmacists can help spot signs of medication-related sleep issues.&nbsp;
For more information, visit <a href="cvs.com/pharmacy">cvs.com/pharmacy</a>.&nbsp;

Ever freeze when the pharmacist asks, “Any questions?” Beyond the Script is here to help. Hosted by Dr. Jake Goodman, this podcast answers the health questions you meant to ask—and the ones you didn’t know you should. 

Each episode features CVS pharmacists sharing trusted advice, busting myths, and unpacking the trends shaping your health. No white coats. No lectures. Just real talk, real answers, and a few unexpected laughs.

Listen to Beyond the Script from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia’s Ruby Studio, wherever you get your podcasts.

Ever freeze when the pharmacist asks, &ldquo;Any questions?&rdquo; Beyond the Script is here to help. Hosted by Dr. Jake Goodman, this podcast answers the health questions you meant to ask&mdash;and the ones you didn&rsquo;t know you should.&nbsp;
Each episode features CVS pharmacists sharing trusted advice, busting myths, and unpacking the trends shaping your health. No white coats. No lectures. Just real talk, real answers, and a few unexpected laughs.
Listen to Beyond the Script from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia&rsquo;s Ruby Studio, wherever you get your podcasts.

Beyond The Script

Sleep, Supplements and Snoring: What Pharmacists Want You to Know

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