Tuesday 21 May 2013

Foods That Help You Sleep

At times, you want to put your sleeping pattern on the back burner. Reasons for this may vary from preparation for an examination to completing a job assignment. Although staying awake and alert is crucial in such a scenario, it's not simple, especially when one is feeling extremely sleepy at night. However, curbing
sleep pangs is not that difficult as it seems, if you eat the right food during meals.

There are Following Foods:
Certain foods are conducive to sound slumber. Include more of these healthy foods in your diet for a good night's slumber.

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.

Mashed Potatoes
Despite being maligned by the low-carb movement, potatoes rank low on the Glycemic Index, a ranking of carbohydrates and their effect on blood glucose levels. 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.

Bananas
Bananas are a natural sleeping aid in that they contain melatonin and tryptophan (which converts to serotonin) to help you fall asleep. Melatonin is a hormone that signals the brain that it's time for the body to shut down for the night. Plus, these creamy-fleshed fruits also contain magnesium, which is a known muscle relaxer to help you ease away physical tension and stress.

Milk
Mothers have been giving kids warm milk before bed for years. Warm milk is another rich source of tryptophan, which is soothing and will help your body relax. Be warned, however, The combination of turkey and milk together can turn you into a bit of a gassy lassie. Do not try this out if you're in a new relationship!"

Oatmeal
Oatmeal not only warms your belly, it's full of fiber, which can make you feel satisfied before heading to bed. A steamy bowl of cooked oats is also a good source of melatonin. Drizzle your bowl of oatmeal with warm milk for an extra dose of sleep-inducing nutrition.






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