May 9, 2024, 04:25 PM IST

 8 superfoods for better sleep

Varnika Srivastava

Nuts, particularly almonds and walnuts, are a popular superfood group rich in nutrients and filling, and have been shown to enhance sleep quality due to their high amino acid content.

Nuts

Chamomile tea, a superfood, is calming and rich in antioxidants, making it a beneficial addition to your night routine despite its caffeine content.

Leafy Greens

Pumpkin seeds, like other superfoods, are rich in magnesium, a mineral that enhances sleep quality.

Pumpkin seeds

Kiwi, a popular superfood, is rich in serotonin, which aids in the production of melatonin, a hormone linked to good sleep quality.

Kiwi

Yogurt, a superfood rich in vitamin B12, calcium, and protein, is linked to improved gut health and better sleep due to its potential to improve the sleep cycle.

Yogurt

Mushrooms are a nutritious superfood rich in vitamins and minerals, known to enhance immune system and cardiovascular functions, which in turn improve sleep.

Mushrooms

Tomatoes are rich in the antioxidant ‘lycopene'. This antioxidant plays an integral role in improving good sleep. It also promotes better heart health. Poor heart health may cause disturbance in sleep

Tomatoes

Broccoli, a low-calorie source of nutrients and fiber, has been shown to enhance REM sleep, a crucial sleep phase, resulting in improved quality of sleep.

Broccoli

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion