🌙 Eating to Support Restful Sleep

Your body’s ability to rest well is deeply connected to how — and when — you nourish it throughout the day. This plan is designed to support natural sleep rhythms by giving your body the nutrients it needs to stay calm, balanced, and ready for restorative rest.

Early in the day, complex carbohydrates and protein-rich meals help sustain steady energy and focus. As evening approaches, lighter, simpler meals allow your body to relax and prepare for sleep. Foods rich in magnesium and tryptophan work together to support relaxation, while ingredients like tart cherries naturally encourage melatonin production to help you drift off peacefully.

For best results, enjoy dinner about four hours before bedtime and try an herbal tea such as chamomile, passionflower, or valerian to ease into rest. Paired with a calming nighttime routine — dimming lights, slowing your breath, and unplugging from screens — these habits can help you create the foundation for a peaceful night’s sleep.

Sleep well, rise renewed, and nourish your body with intention. 🌿