We are always trying to get the best sleep possible, especially after a long and hectic day at work.
However, not everyone is lucky enough to jump in bed and immediately fall asleep, with some of us it takes quite some time to do so, tossing and turning and even our little sleep getting disrupted.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, “A good night’s sleep is critical to our health, giving our bodies time to rest, repair and rebuild. A lack of sleep can impact not just your mood, but also your motor skills, exercise performance and immune system.”
Michael Roizen, a wellness expert makes an exceptional observation, stating, “Sleep has become a cultural sacrificial lamb,” and continues to add, “We’d rather work late, binge TV or stalk social media. Our bodies just cannot shut down, or health problems make it hard to fall or stay asleep.”
With that said, here are some recommendations from the publications below that you, believe it or not, might enjoy:
A list of snacks to help you sleep better:
According to the health publication, Healthline states that research shows that eating two kiwi fruits an hour before bedtime for four weeks experienced falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer.
The health hub claims, “Cashews are rich in melatonin. Plus, they boast another bonus: They’re a good source of magnesium.” With this, the publication suggests creating a cashew trail mix of your favourite dried fruits and nuts such as mentioned above, cashews, almonds and dried cranberries.
The clinic mentioned above suggests trying a low-fat yoghurt with a banana or snacking on a few 100% whole-grain pita chips paired with low-fat cottage cheese which can help you have a good night’s sleep.
A tart cherry juice mocktail is also a drink suggested by the above-mentioned clinic.
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