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Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
Technology
Nicola Appleton

Nutritionists reveal the 5 best (and worst) foods for sleep — it’s good news for carb lovers

A woman eats breakfast in bed.

Approximately 1 in 3 adults suffer from insomnia globally, with 35% of Americans experiencing sleep deprivation. Sleep disorders, our bedroom environment and a whole raft of lifestyle factors can wreak havoc on our slumber, but the foods we consume also play a huge role in the quality and quantity of our nightly sleep.

Certain foods contain sleep-inducing properties, while others loaded with sugar and caffeine can quickly derail your sleep. Even some supplements, such as vitamin B, C, D and calcium, can contain sugar and caffeine and so should be avoided before bed.

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