What to drink for night sweats: best and worst beverages
Cool, caffeine-free drinks such as water, herbal tea and diluted juice are usually the safest choices for night sweats. Alcohol, caffeine and very hot drinks, especially in the evening, are the most common beverage triggers.
Drinks that usually help
Cool or room-temperature water through the day, with a glass before bed.
Caffeine-free herbal teas such as peppermint or chamomile, served warm or iced.
Water with lemon, cucumber or mint.
Unsweetened milk or a fortified plant milk in the evening if it suits you.
Drinks that often trigger symptoms
Alcohol, especially wine and spirits close to bedtime.
Coffee, strong tea, cola and energy drinks, particularly after midday.
Very hot drinks late in the evening.
Sugary drinks that cause blood sugar swings before sleep.
A simple evening routine
Stop caffeine at least eight hours before bed.
Finish alcohol early or skip it on nights when sweats are bad.
Keep a glass of cool water by the bed.
Note which drinks come before bad nights and adjust over two weeks.
When to talk to your doctor
Drenching night sweats, fever, weight loss without trying, or symptoms that are new or severe need a medical check. Nutrition guidance supports, and does not replace, your doctor's advice.
Get personalised help
Mare'ka Jensen-Madison, BCNP, offers online nutrition consultations for eligible clients across Hawaii and California, with in-person sessions by appointment. See menopause and perimenopause nutrition support or read which foods trigger hot flashes.
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