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5 Foods That Help Fight Insomnia

You might want to try these before you opt for medication.

Posted on

9 February 2017

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Let’s face it — we live in an insomniac society that is hell-bent on defying the natural order of existence. We prefer to stay up late, run on caffeine the whole day and take the heaviest meal at night — right before sleeping. 

It doesn’t matter whether this reverse order is the result of old habits, a stressful job or some other troubles of life — the adverse effects hit us after we cross 30s. 
 
So, before you reach for a drug prescription, reach for your fork.  Revise your diet and sleep patterns for a better and healthier tomorrow. 
 
Several food groups contain naturally sleep-inducing ingredients that help you get a quality shut-eye time; here are some of the most effective and easily available options to choose from: 

1. Bananas

Bananas
 
Roughly one in every three adult suffers from insomnia and more often than not, it’s the result of bad eating habits. 
 
If you have troubles falling asleep then try eating a banana before going to bed. This fruit is rich in magnesium and potassium – which help relax stressed muscles. A banana smoothie is also a rich source of tryptophan, which induces the brain's key calming hormones. 

2.  Honey 

Honey
 
Remember every time your mommy told you to take a glass full of milk and honey? Should have listened to her. The natural sugar elements in honey allow tryptophan to enter the brain more easily – that in turn leads a to improved sleep quality.

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3. Chamomile Tea 

Chamomile Tea
 
Caffeine - after 6 pm, in any form – tea, coffee, drinks, is off the charts but that doesn’t mean you can’t curb the late night cravings. Take a hot mug of chamomile tea with a dash of lemon. Chamomile tea contains theanine, which acts like a mid-sedative used to calm down nerves. 

4. Almonds and Walnuts 

Almonds and Walnuts
 
A study published in the Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine verified that low level of magnesium in the body often leads to sleepless nights, headaches and depression. A handful of dry fruits – especially almonds and walnuts can balance out the deficiency and give you a peaceful night.

5. Oatmeal/Cereal 

Oatmeal/Cereal
 
A bowl full of oatmeal cereals topped with dried red berries isn’t just a winner for breakfast but is also healthy as a late-night snack. Healthy carbs and proteins increase the availability of tryptophan in the bloodstream that leads to an improved sleeping pattern without any troubles. 

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