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Choosing Foods That Help You Sleep

By , About.com Guide   May 18, 2011

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The foods you eat, or don't eat, can help you get a good night's sleep. You probably already know that if you drink too much coffee or slam down too many energy drinks, you're going to have a tough time sleeping at night, so if you have too many sleepless nights, start with reducing your caffeine intake.

Cutting back on the coffee is just one step. You can also improve your sleep by choosing foods that help you sleep.

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May 26, 2011 at 5:04 am
(1) Mark Lee :

Milk and Turkey have a chemical in them that help you sleep and is the reason why everyone wants a nap after Thanksgiving dinner. The real secret is to not eat right before bed. You need to wait at least an hour before going to bed after eating.

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