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Published: 16:14, 10 April 2023

What to eat for good sleep

A healthy diet can have a positive effect on our sleep. How well you sleep depends on what sardines you eat. So it is important to pay attention to food. Some foods are helpful for good sleep, while there are some foods that disrupt sleep. So you have to know beforehand what to eat and what not to eat. Let's know about some such foods-

Drink herbal tea
A single cup of herbal tea can bring many benefits to your body. Drinking herbal teas like chamomile or valerian root tea before bed can help you relax. As a result, you can fall asleep faster.

Avoid caffeine
Eating caffeinated foods can disrupt your sleep. As a result, it becomes difficult to sleep at the right time. So avoid caffeinated drinks like coffee, tea and soft drinks. It will make you sleep better.

Eat foods rich in tryptophan
Tryptophan is an amino acid that helps produce serotonin. Serotonin is a type of neurotransmitter that regulates sleep. Foods like turkey, milk, eggs and nuts are rich in tryptophan. Eating such food helps in good sleep.

Avoid alcohol
Although alcohol may help you fall asleep initially, it can disrupt sleep at night. So it is better to avoid alcohol completely.

Drink enough water
Dehydration in the body can cause sleep problems. So stay hydrated as much as possible. That's why you need to drink enough water. Along with that, different foods rich in water should be eaten. This will help to avoid dehydration. Sleep will also be good.

Eat a light meal before going to bed
Many people have the habit of eating heavy food before going to bed. This can lead to difficulty sleeping. Because eating heavy food takes more time in our body to digest. Also, since there is not much walking at night, digestion takes a lot of time. As a result, you may have trouble sleeping. So it is better to eat light food at least two hours before sleeping.

Avoid spicy or acidic foods
Spicy or acidic foods can cause indigestion or gastritis, leading to difficulty sleeping. So try to avoid such food as much as possible. It will make you sleep better.

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