If you often wake up feeling tired, it may be time to review the foods you eat before bed.
Do your morning conversations with others usually include you recounting your sleepless nights of tossing and turning before finally falling asleep? It may be worth looking at the foods that fill your plate.
Practicing good sleep hygiene involves a number of things, from turning off electronic devices before bed to sticking to a sleep schedule, and as numerous studies have shown, the foods you eat can sabotage your sleep.
Sleeping well is vital for our physical and mental well-being. A 2018 study found that lack of sleep can put you at risk for several chronic health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, while a most recent study found that Poor sleep can make you more selfish.
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