"The Link Between Diet and Quality Sleep: Expert Advice for Restful Nights"

Nutritional epidemiologist explains that overall dietary patterns can affect sleep quality and contribute to insomnia. Studies show that adhering to dietary recommendations such as consuming enough servings of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains is linked to longer sleep duration. Healthier overall dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, are associated with better sleep quality and fewer insomnia symptoms. Certain foods and nutrients, like fatty fish, dairy, kiwi fruit, and certain proteins, are linked to higher-quality sleep. It's important to avoid certain foods like saturated fats, refined carbohydrates, alcohol, and caffeine for better sleep. Additionally, the timing and consistency of eating, as well as gender differences, play a role in the relationship between diet and sleep.