Can’t sleep? Choose your evening foods wisely.
Foods to avoid include:
-Processed foods high in sugar can cause an insulin spike & then subsequent cortisol spike
-Spicy foods can cause acid reflux
-Alcohol & caffeine disturb deep levels of sleep & promote wakefulness
Here are some before bed ideas to help you get more shut eye:
Slow digesting protein- helps with muscle growth & recovery, examples include:
-Cottage cheese
-Greek yogurt
-Casein protein powder & milk
Foods that contains melatonin-the hormone that makes you feel sleepy, examples include:
-Kiwi
-Tart cherry juice
-Almonds
Sweet dreams!
If you want some support, grab my ’30 days to better’ sleep calendar here: https://tinyurl.com/7fbfn2vs