Foods That Can Enhance Your Sleep
Certain foods are conducive to sound sleep and you should start considering including more of these healthy foods in your diet for a good night’s slumber. 1.Turkey Turkey is rich in the amino acid tryptophan which helps promote a restful, deep sleep. Tryptophan itself doesn’t make you sleepy. It helps the brain make serotonin, a neurotransmitter that is necessary for sleep and relaxation, and melatonin, a neurohormone that has recently become popular as a supplemental sleep aid. 2. Mashed potatoes Potatoes have low Glycemic Index, i.e. a ranking of carbohydrates and their effect on blood glucose levels making it a good food for diabetic. Sweet potatoes and potatoes are a root vegetables that won’t spike your blood sugar too high and can even help eliminate acids that block tryptophan. Make mashed potatoes with low-fat milk or buttermilk for a healthy sleep-inducing meal. 3. Bananas Bananas are a natural sleeping aid in that they contain melatonin and tryptophan (which converts ...