Kiwi
Exotic, flavored, and sleep-inducing – who wouldn’t want to enjoy kiwis?
First of all, this colorful fruit is extremely low in calories so it fits most diets out there. More precisely, a single kiwi contains 42 calories while being packed with valuable nutrients including 71% of your recommended daily intake (RDI) for vitamin C. Furthermore, green fruit is surprisingly rich in vitamin K, folate, and potassium.
Studies from the Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology also claim that kiwi improves digestive functions, reduces inflammation, and may even lower cholesterol levels (thank you, antioxidants!).
Need any more reasons to enjoy kiwi before bed? They also help you sleep better.
This 4-week study involved 24 adults who had to consume two kiwifruits one hour before going to sleep every day. By the end of the trial period, all participants reported falling asleep 42% more quickly than before consuming the fruit. Furthermore, their total sleep time increased by 13% while reducing their nighttime waking by 5%.
All of these positive effects are due to serotonin. Also called the ‘feel-good hormone,’ this brain chemical is crucial for regulating your internal clock and helping you sleep more and better.
Are you looking for some delicious fruits to help you reach your goals? Give this fruit basket a try, because everything in there is delicious! PS: It also includes kiwis, so you’ll get your Zzzs in!
