Drinking milk before bed is a common practice in many households. Some people do this because they believe that milk can help improve their sleep. Other people do it to relieve anxiety and relax before falling asleep. So, what’s the truth? Does drinking milk benefit your sleep?
According to Healthline, drinking milk before bed can help people fall asleep faster. Several studies have already shown that consuming milk before bed leads to a more restful night’s sleep. Experts say that this is due to certain compounds found in dairy products.
Milk contains hormones called melatonin and the amino acid tryptophan. Melatonin helps regulate the circadian rhythm and sends signals to the brain to enter a sleep state. Melatonin and the amino acid tryptophan positively affect your mood, making it easier for you to enter a sleep cycle. Studies have also found that they reduce anxiety and depression symptoms that typically emerge at bedtime.
Livestrong.com advised that drinking milk before bedtime can disturb digestion, affect metabolism, and possibly lead to unwanted weight gain. However, they are not discouraging to drink milk at night. Instead, it encourages everyone to drink milk at least two hours before going to bed to enjoy its benefits.
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