Tattoos May Up Risk of Mental Health Problems and Sleep Disorders: 4 Sleep-Inducing Foods

Are you fond of getting inked? You must read this. If the findings of a latest study are to be believed, tattoos may take a toll on your mental health and even sleep. The American study conducted by researchers from the University of Miami in the US revealed that although having tattoos may not hamper your overall health status, but one needs to maintain caution. The researchers said that those with tattoos were more likely to be diagnosed with a mental health issue and also happened to report sleep problems.

The study published in the International Journal of Dermatology also stated that people who had tattoos were also more likely to be smokers, spent time in jail, and had a higher number of sex partners.

For the study, researchers included a sample of 2,008 adults. "Previous research has established an association between having a tattoo and engaging in risky behaviours. In an era of increasing popularity of tattoos, even among women and working professionals, we find these relationships persist but are not associated with lower health status," said lead author Karoline Mortensen, Professor at the varsity.

Sleep-Inducing Foods

Sleep deprivation is one of the most common health conditions afflicting millions across the world. Lack of sleep has been linked to depression, low energy levels and even weight gain. Here are certain foods that are known to have healthy sleep-inducing properties.

1. Milk: Ayurveda recommends drinking a glass of hot milk every night before bedtime. Milk is packed with tryptophan, an amino acid that converts into serotonin. Serotonin has soothing effects on the brain, which may not only help you sleep well, but also keep you calm and happy.

2. Cherries: Cherries are teeming with melatonin; a hormone produced by the pineal gland that helps regulate our sleep-wake cycle.

3. Almonds: Almonds are also a good source of tryptophan that has a calming effect on the brain, which can further help you catch a sound sleep.

4. Bananas: In addition to tryptophan, bananas are also brimming with good carbs, which could also help induce sleep, while keeping your blood glucose levels in check. They are also enriched with magnesium, which helps relax muscles.

Include these foods in your diet and see the effect yourself.

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