Health expert Michael Mosley is back with more wellness advice and this time he's shared his top three foods for a peaceful sleep.
According to the diet guru, what you eat impacts sleep quality, as foods laden with sugars and processed ingredients can keep you up into the hours.
Posting on @thefast800_official Instagram, Michael wrote: "While a hot shower before you settle into bed, less screen time and a dark room will help, you may not realise food can help you sleep and what you eat may have the biggest influence on your quality night’s rest.
"While your quality of sleep evidently has an impact on what you eat, the same applies vice versa. Both the food we eat and our eating habits can influence our sleep patterns and behaviours."
Here are Michael Mosley's top three foods for a good night's sleep.
1. Fish
According to Mosley, oily fish is high in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, which boosts the production of serotonin - the hormone which makes us happy.
Serotonin is later converted to melatonin - the hormone which helps us sleep.
Fish like salmon, mackerel, sardines and trout are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which will help you snooze better.
2. Nuts and seeds
Nuts and seeds are packed with the mineral magnesium, a vital nutrient the body needs, which helps our brains to relax.
Instead of your regular snacks, keep some nuts like cashews, unsalted peanuts, or walnuts on hand to nibble on.
Similarly, sunflower, and pumpkin seeds are a great source of magnesium and can be eaten right out of the bag.
3. Green vegetables
Including more green veggies in your diet pose a number of health benefits, but you may not know they can improve sleeping patterns.
Like oily fish, green vegetables also increase the production melatonin. So next time you're at the supermarket, pick up some broccoli, spinach or kale for a more peaceful sleep.
Sleep is important and not just for maintaining good energy levels. The amount of sleep we get plays a crucial role in how our body processes food.
Micheal Mosley, who is the creator of the fast-800 diet, has also explained how much sleep you need when trying to lose weight.
Sleep encourages the production of a number of hormones and chemicals within the body, which regulate hunger levels.
The weight loss expert claims that by getting more sleep, you can "completely reset your appetite."
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