Insomnia
Foods and Supplements
Top Foods for Insomnia
- Foods high in tryptophan
- Complex carbs: helps with the production of seratonin. e.g. Squash or sweet potato
- Raw milk: Dairy can be problematic for some but it does help with sleep
- Foods high in magnesium: e.g. leafy green veggies, sesame and sunflower seeds, oats
- B-vitamins: organic meat, brewer's yeast, liver and green leafy vegetables
- Consume foods high in B12 as your best sources
Top Supplements for Insomnia
- Melatonin
- Passionflower
- Valerian
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Vitamin B12
Foods to Avoid
- caffeine: avoid after noon
- alcohol:
- potential food allergens:
- sugar
- high-fat foods:
- Fat slows down digestion
- may lead to indigestion at night
- limit fried foods before bedtime
Essential Oils for Insomnia
- lavendar and chamomile
Habits and Lifestyle
- read a relaxing book
- spend time journaling to get everything off of your mind.
- Sleep in a cold dark room.
Further Reading
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Foods and Supplements
Top Foods for Insomnia
Top Supplements for Insomnia
Foods to Avoid
Essential Oils for Insomnia
Habits and Lifestyle
Further Reading