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Stressful, busy days and the constant bombardment of technology can make it difficult to shut off the outside world and get to bed. Instead of reaching for that Ambien or Tylenol PM pill to knock yourself out, try eating a light meal with carbohydrates and tryptophan. According to Nutritionist Kelly Aronica, a snack within an hour of bedtime with carbohydrates and tryptophan can boost serotonin levels(which helps you sleep) in your body making you ready for bed.

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Eat this with some pita for a perfect mix of both protein (from the chickpeas) and carbohydrates.

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Bananas

Contain tryptophan, melatonin, seratonin, and magnesium, which can act as a muscle relaxant. Try them with some peanut butter and toast.

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Almonds

Have both tryptophan and magnesium, so you could also try adding these to your oatmeal.

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Tart Cherries

Contain melatonin, which helps regulate sleep. These are the sour ones used in pies, not so much the sweet Bing cherries that you can eat plain.

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Valerian: 600 milligrams an hour before bedtime helps some people, but give it a full month to be effective.

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St. John’s Wort: This is relatively safe to try, especially at low doses, but in some cases it can interfere with other medications (some antidepressants), so check with your doctor before taking it.

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Chamomile

Is very safe, and though it won't put you to sleep like a sleeping pill will, it's relaxing and gentle.

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