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FOODS THAT HELP YOU SLEEP BETTER
Sleep deficiency is one of the most common problems
faced by people of all ages these days. Popping pills is dangerous, so why
not try something natural and healthy? Go from being a nocturnal creature
to a sound sleeper by making some small changes in your diet.
ALMONDS
Almonds, which are high in
magnesium, promote sleep and relax the muscles. They also supply proteins
that help maintain a stable blood sugar level while one is asleep, and
promote sleep by switching from an alert adrenaline cycle to the
rest-and-digest cycle.
BANANAS
Bananas contain potassium, which
relax the muscles. Vitamin B6, which bananas are loaded with, increases
your body’s melatonin levels, thereby helping treat chronic insomnia.
WARM MILK
A good ol’ glass of warm milk actually
works wonders. Research has found that combining milk with a
carbohydrate-rich food like oatmeal, granola or toast makes it much more
effective. Milk is also high in calcium and other minerals, which are known
to have a relaxing effect.
CEREAL
Snacking on a bowl of low-sugar,
whole-grain cereal is a good idea. Complex carbohydrate-rich foods up the
amounts of tryptophan in the bloodstream, which in turn helps you sleep.
HONEY
Glucose, which is found aplenty
in honey, tells your brain to shut off orexin, which is a chemical that is
known to trigger alertness. But, don’t overdo it; just one tablespoon of
honey is enough for a good night’s sleep.
SWEET POTATOES
High in potassium and complex
proteins, sweet potatoes relax muscles and induce sleep. Consuming them on
a daily basis has shown to lead to better sleep.
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CHERRY
Drinking cherry juice in the morning
aids in sleeping as it contains large amounts of melatonin, which helps
regulate the body’s sleep and energy cycles. Grape is another fruit that has
high levels of melatonin.
Note: It is important to follow regular meal times and sleep
schedules. Don’t overeat or eat too little before going to bed.
Dhwani
Desai BT131030
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