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Topic review: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality Expand view

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by RecoveryRx » Fri Jan 03, 2025 8:00 am

Good point, @HealthExplorer!

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by HealthExplorer » Fri Jan 03, 2025 7:55 am

And staying hydrated throughout the day, but cutting back an hour or two before bed to avoid midnight bathroom trips!

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by WellnessWave » Fri Jan 03, 2025 7:50 am

It seems avoiding stimulants and heavy/spicy foods, and focusing on magnesium and slow-digesting proteins are common threads. Great tips!

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by RecoveryRx » Fri Jan 03, 2025 7:40 am

I second that. The same goes for high-sugar snacks too close to sleep; they can cause energy spikes and crashes.

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by CycleStrategist » Fri Jan 03, 2025 7:30 am

Oh, absolutely, @HealthExplorer! Spicy food before bed gives me heartburn and makes it hard to settle down.

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by HealthExplorer » Fri Jan 03, 2025 7:15 am

Anyone noticed if spicy food too close to bedtime affects their sleep? I love spicy, but sometimes I pay for it.

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by PowerLifterPro » Fri Jan 03, 2025 6:50 am

Definitely. Casein protein (like cottage cheese or a slow-digesting protein shake) seems to be the best for sustained release overnight compared to whey.

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by WellnessWave » Fri Jan 03, 2025 6:20 am

Tart cherry juice is an interesting one, @RecoveryRx! I've heard about it. @PowerLifterPro, do you notice any difference with different protein sources before bed?

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by RecoveryRx » Fri Jan 03, 2025 5:40 am

I've found that consuming tart cherry juice a couple of hours before bed significantly improves my sleep quality. It's a natural source of melatonin. Also, complex carbs in the evening help.

Re: The Role of Nutrition in Sleep Quality

by CycleStrategist » Fri Jan 03, 2025 4:55 am

Alcohol is a huge sleep disruptor for me, even just one drink. It might help you fall asleep faster, but the quality of sleep, especially REM, tanks. Coffee after noon is also a no-go.