There could be several reasons that you’re having trouble sleeping. It could be the result of what you’re not eating. Here are some foods to help you get that restful night of sleep and wake up feeling refreshed:
1) Kiwi-eating kiwi an hour before going to bed garnered a full extra hour, according to one study. They are full of vitamin C and E, serotonin and folate. These can contribute to better sleep.
2) Fiber-adding more fiber to your diet could help achieve better sleep. “Eating fiber was associated with more restorative slow-wave sleep-the more you eat, the better you sleep,” according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. Fiber prevents blood sugar surges that may lower melatonin. Great sources of fiber are beans, bran cereal, artichokes and quinoa.
3) Fish-most fish, in particuar salmon, halibut and tuna help with vitamin B6. This is needed to make melatonin.
4) Adding calcium rich foods like yogurt, milk and green leafy vegetables like kale and collards are important to add to one’s diet. A calcium deficient diet may make it difficult to fall asleep.
5) To help stay asleep try adding whole grains that are rich in magnesium.
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