Turkey
This Thanksgiving staple contains the amino acid tryptophan, which turns into serotonin upon consumption. Then it gets converted into melatonin. Other foods that contain tryptophan include milk and flaxseeds.
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Chamomile Tea
Craving a hot beverage before bed? Opt for a cup of chamomile tea. The caffeine-free option contains the antioxidant apigenin that induces muscle relaxation while prepping your body for dreamland.
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Warm Milk
It's not just an old wives' tale. Warm milk really does help you go to sleep. Like turkey, milk contains the amino acid tryptophan. By warming the milk, it's believed that the heat helps raise the body's temperature thereby increasing circulation and encouraging relaxation. Plus, milk also contains vitamin B6, a nutrient required to make melatonin.
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Cherries
These tasty treats offer melatonin. While sweet cherries are great, you should favor the tart kind since they boast anti-inflammatory properties that combat sleep-disturbing inflammation.
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Bananas
Bananas have our favorite serotonin-making nutrient, tryptophan. They also contain 25 percent of the recommended daily vitamin B6 intake for adults.
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