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The 9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed

If the thought of sleep gives you nightmares, look at what you’re eating. The best foods to eat before bed might be able to offer you a much better night.

January 17, 2024 | Source: Healthline | by Kathy W. Warwick, R.D., CDE, Nutrition & Brianna Elliott, RD

Getting good sleep can help reduce your chance of developing certain chronic illnesses, keep your brain healthy, and boost your immune system.

For this reason, it’s generally recommended that you get between 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night, though many people have a hard time getting enough.

There are many strategies that help promote good sleep, including making changes to your diet, as some foods and drinks have sleep-promoting properties. It’s also helpful to have your meals at consistent times daily.

Here are the 9 best foods and drinks you can have before bed to enhance your quality of sleep.