Not only good for the body, having a good sleep can also help maintain hormonal balance and the immune system. For those of you with insomnia, of course sleeping is a difficult thing to do. Not only that, for those of you who have high stress levels, you may also experience insomnia. To overcome this, as reported by Healthline, here are some drinks that can improve the quality of your sleep.
- Cherry juice. Cherries are believed to help improve sleep quality, thanks to the tryptophan in it. Tryptophan is a precursor during the formation of melatonin, which plays a role in regulating the body's circadian rhythm. Melatonin can help you to fall asleep faster.
- Chamomile tea. Chamomile tea has many benefits, including treating inflammation, ease flu symptoms, and improve skin health. Not only that, some studies also show that the tea can help overcome anxiety and insomnia.
- Valerian Root Tea. This is an herbal remedy that is believed to be ableto relieve insomnia symptoms and improve sleep quality, especially on women in menopause. In addition to being able to make you sleep quickly, this tea is also useful for easing menstrual pain.
- Warm milk. Same as cherry juice, milk also contains tryptophan which can help increase the production of melatonin and serotonin hormones.
- Banana-almond smoothie. Bananas are known for their magnesium and potassium content. Both of these minerals can help relax the muscles of the body after a day of activities. No less than bananas, almonds are also rich in hormones and minerals that can improve sleep quality such as tryptophan, melatonin, and magnesium.
Text by Anggie Triana
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Source:
- Healthline - 9 Drinks That Help You Sleep (2019). https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/drinks-that-help-you-sleep, 14 November 2019.