15 Little-Known Natural Remedies for Seniors

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4. Eat Two Kiwis Before Bedtime To Sleep Better

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Some recommend sipping warm milk to combat insomnia due to its tryptophan contentโ€”an amino acid that converts to serotonin, aiding relaxation, and melatonin, which induces sleep. However, this effect isn’t strongly supported by studies. Alternatively, consider eating two kiwis an hour before bed. A 2016 review in Advances in Nutrition found that kiwis might enhance sleep quality, as they are rich in folate, a B vitamin that helps the brain produce sleep-promoting chemicals.

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