Four fruits that may help you fall asleep faster
Nutrition specialists say certain fruits contain melatonin, tryptophan and magnesium, which help the body relax before sleep, according to the health site Verywell Health.
People who struggle to fall asleep in the evening or wake often during the night may be able to help themselves by adjusting what they eat before bed. The health information site Verywell Health reports that some fruits and berries contain melatonin, tryptophan and magnesium. These substances help the body relax and prepare for rest. The best effect is reportedly achieved by eating such a snack one to two hours before going to bed.
Bananas
Nutrition specialists recommend bananas as an evening snack because they help with winding down. They contain tryptophan, an amino acid that promotes relaxation and is also found in turkey meat. Bananas are also rich in magnesium and potassium, which help ease insomnia and support better rest.
Grapes
The flesh, skin and seeds of grapes contain melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Grapes also contain the antioxidant resveratrol, which helps extend sleep duration and reduces inflammation in the body that often makes it harder to fall asleep.
Kiwi
Kiwi is another natural source of melatonin. In one study of professional athletes, eating two kiwis an hour before bedtime significantly increased total sleep time and sleep efficiency, while the number of night-time awakenings fell.
Passion fruit
Eating passion fruit or drinking tea made from its flowers can serve as a natural calming remedy. The magnesium it contains helps calm the nervous system and relax the muscles, which may support deeper sleep.
The source presents these fruits as a natural addition to an evening diet, suggesting they are worth trying before turning to medication.
