Eat Honey Before Bed Every Night and Watch Your Body Change

2. Sleep Soundly:

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Ever feel drowsy after Thanksgiving turkey? Tryptophan is the reason, and honey contains it too. A spoonful before bed can deepen sleep. Honey raises insulin slightly, helping tryptophan reach the brain, where it becomes serotonin and then melatonin, the sleep hormone. Its steady sugars keep blood glucose even through the night, reducing 3 a.m. wake-ups. Many experts suggest a teaspoon of raw honey about 30 minutes before lights-out.