Nutrition tips to sleep better: Top 5 foods to boost melatonin production

Posted on March 27, 2024

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Poor sleep can disrupt many body functions and affect well-being. Here are 5 foods that can help improve melatonin production.

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Melatonin is an essential hormone that your brain produces in response to darkness. From getting sunlight, sleeping in a dark room, managing your stress and eating foods rich in magnesium can promote its secretion. Dietitian Manpreet Kalra suggests foods that can help boost melatonin secretion. (Shutterstock)

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1. Chamomile tea: A cup of chamomile tea before bedtime can aid in relaxation and production of melatonin. It contains apigenin, which interacts with receptors in the brain and reduces anxiety and promoting relaxation  (Shutterstock)

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1. Chamomile tea: A cup of chamomile tea before bedtime can aid in relaxation and production of melatonin. It contains apigenin, which interacts with receptors in the brain and reduces anxiety and promoting relaxation (Shutterstock)

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2. Nutmeg: A popular spice that is often found in Indian kitchen can play an important role in inducing sleep. It contains myristicin, which might have mild psychoactive effects. (Pinterest)

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2. Nutmeg: A popular spice that is often found in Indian kitchen can play an important role in inducing sleep. It contains myristicin, which might have mild psychoactive effects. (Pinterest)

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3. Cardamom: Also known as elaichi, this wonderful spice can aid in ensuring a good night's sleep for you. It induces sleep and has a pleasant aroma. It also has potential digestive benefits. (Unsplash)

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3. Cardamom: Also known as elaichi, this wonderful spice can aid in ensuring a good night’s sleep for you. It induces sleep and has a pleasant aroma. It also has potential digestive benefits. (Unsplash)

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4. Coriander seeds: Dhaniya or coriander seeds contains magnesium that has a calming effect on the nervous system. (Unsplash)

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4. Coriander seeds: Dhaniya or coriander seeds contains magnesium that has a calming effect on the nervous system. (Unsplash)

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5.Ashwagandha: A potent herb as per Ayurveda, Ashwagandha reduces cortisol levels, a stress hormone produced by the body, by promoting a more relaxed state and improves sleep quality. (Unsplash)

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5.Ashwagandha: A potent herb as per Ayurveda, Ashwagandha reduces cortisol levels, a stress hormone produced by the body, by promoting a more relaxed state and improves sleep quality. (Unsplash)

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