More and more evidence points to a better diet leading to better sleep There are a few good sleep basics go to bed and get up at the same time each day, avoid screens at least one hour before bed and keep your bedroom on the cool side. But consumer reports say there’s a sleep remedy you might have overlooked, and it’s eating the right foods. 1 in 3 adults don’t get the recommended amount of sleep. But there’s more and more evidence pointing to a possible solution that better sleep may come from a better diet. Higher fruit and vegetable consumption means greater intake of beneficial antioxidant compounds called polyphenols—which can reduce inflammation and improve heart health, and may help your body relax. Along with helping to regulate blood sugar levels, fiber also contributes to a healthy gut microbiome, which is thought to help regulate circadian sleep rhythms—and the gut is involved with making serotonin, which promotes better mood and is involved in sleep regulation. Turns out, the reverse is equally true. Alongside the usual suspects like alcohol and caffeine, foods like red meat, sweets, and refined carbohydrates can get in the way of a good night’s sleep.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2026