Research from the University of Chicago ⁤and Columbia University suggests a diet rich in fruits and vegetables might potentially be ⁢a natural way to⁤ enhance sleep.

From counting sheep to utilizing white noise or weighted blankets, individuals have long sought effective methods to improve sleep. Though, poor sleep continues to significantly impact health, affecting cardiovascular and metabolic functions, memory, learning, productivity, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships. Now, a new study⁢ suggests ⁢a surprisingly accessible solution: increasing⁣ fruit and vegetable consumption.

Researchers from the University of Chicago ⁤Medicine and Columbia University have discovered a correlation between ⁣higher daily intake of fruits and vegetables and more restful, higher-quality sleep. This research offers ⁤a promising avenue for addressing the widespread issue of ⁤sleep deprivation.

"Dietary modifications could be a new, natural and cost-effective approach to achieve better sleep," stated Dr. Esra Tasali,⁤ MD, co-senior⁢ author ⁣and director of the UChicago Sleep Center. "The ⁤temporal associations and objectively-measured outcomes in⁣ this study represent crucial steps toward filling a gap in crucial public health knowlege."