Results: Healthy midnight snack options
Published on 01/28/2025
Don’t mess with your sleep
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Greek yogurt: Yogurt is a rich source of magnesium, which has been shown to promote sleep. Greek yogurt is loaded with leucine, an amino acid that promotes muscle protein synthesis — an important consideration for older adults who are vulnerable to muscle loss. Sound interesting?
Yes
56%
1285 votes
No
18%
423 votes
Undecided
12%
277 votes
Not Applicable
14%
315 votes
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Roasted nuts: Packed with healthy fats, protein, magnesium and tryptophan, nuts provide sleep-supporting and satiating nutrients to help curb hunger at night. Tryptophan is a precursor to melatonin, which promotes sleepiness. Sound interesting? Yes
61%
1401 votes
No
15%
346 votes
Undecided
11%
245 votes
Not Applicable
13%
308 votes
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Cottage cheese with a drizzle of honey: Cottage cheese contains tryptophan, which supports melatonin production to help you sleep, while honey provides natural sweetness to curb cravings without causing a blood sugar spike. Sound interesting? Yes
47%
1073 votes
No
29%
672 votes
Undecided
11%
248 votes
Not Applicable
13%
307 votes
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Kiwifruit: Kiwis are a source of melatonin and rich in vitamin C, which fights inflammation. Eating two kiwis before bed may improve sleep duration and quality and decrease nighttime awakenings. Sound interesting? Yes
51%
1184 votes
No
23%
536 votes
Undecided
12%
266 votes
Not Applicable
14%
314 votes
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