Sleep is one of the most essential parts of our daily lives. A lack of sleep impcats not just your mood and energy, but also your overall health
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Here are some foods that are scientifically proven to help you sleep
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Honey helps you sleep because it contains glucose which lowers levels of orexin, a neurotransmitter that raises your level of alertness
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Chamomile tea before bed is a well-known and traditional sleep remedy. It has calming effects on the brain and body
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Almonds contain high doses of melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the sleeping and waking cycle
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Kiwis are naturally rich in serotonin which promotes the production of melatonin in the brain. Serotonin is a brain chemical that helps regulate your sleep cycle
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Warm milk contains four sleep-promoting compounds including tryptophan, calcium, vitamin D, and melatonin
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Fatty fish may help improve sleep because they are a good source of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, two nutrients that help regulate serotonin
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Bananas are high in potassium, a mineral that is essential to achieving a deep night's sleep
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Tart cherry juice promotes sleepiness due to its high amounts of melatonin. It also has a small amount of tryptophan, an amino acid that is converted into serotonin