Getting a good night's shut eye is hugely important for both your physical and mental health, but sometimes it can feel near-impossible to drift off at bedtime.
Numerous studies have shown how important the right amount of rest is for the weight loss process, as a lack of sleep can often slow down slimming.
However, your diet can also impact sleep, as some foods can actually improve your rest, according to TV Doctor Michael Mosley.
A recent blog on Michael's Fast 800 website names three of these foods that can help you get to sleep at night if you're struggling to do so.
According to the advice, oily fish, nuts or seeds and green veggies all possess qualities that can help people get meaningful rest.
The blog states: "Oily fish is high in both omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, both of which have been recognised to increase levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin is later converted into melatonin, the sleep hormone.
"Nuts and seeds are high in magnesium. Magnesium, commonly referred to as the sleep mineral, helps to reduce adrenaline levels and relaxes the brain.
"Green vegetables help the production of melatonin; melatonin naturally occurs in broccoli, asparagus and cucumber so make sure you pack plenty of vegetables into your diet."
Michael is a proponent of switching up certain foods, as opposed to changing your diet entirely, as he believes too big of a change can do more harm than good.
The expert recently suggested swapping out daily chocolate for nuts, seeds or Greek yoghurt with berries as well as opting for veggies like cauliflower instead of white rice.
His blog reads: "Quitting bad health habits cold turkey isn't going to necessarily help you in the long run. Making some simple swaps can begin to rewire your brain, and help you to make this a long-term change."
Building on this, he recommended packing your lunch in advance, citing a study that suggested food on the go was a contributor to low diet quality.
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