10 Foods That Help You Sleep
Food #10: Dark Chocolate
Falling asleep is a good excuse to indulge in a nighttime dark chocolate snack as long as you don’t overdo it. Dark chocolate is high in magnesium, which the body requires for many biochemical functions including regulating the sleep–wake cycle. Other roles of magnesium in the body include regulation of blood pressure, heartbeat, blood sugar, and body temperature. All these have a bearing in the achievement of restful sleep.
Powerful antioxidant compounds in dark chocolate also help reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure, and help you to relax and fall asleep. However, avoid sugary chocolate because it may not have much benefit. It may also lead to unintended weight gain.
