Eating a light snack that combines protein and carbs is a great way to promote a restful night of sleep.
This delicious recipe from our friends at Simple Green Smoothies is the perfect post-dinner drink to help your body begin to wind down and prepare for sound sleep.
This healthy, calming green smoothie is loaded with nutrients that will help keep your body fueled up overnight while promoting restoration and recovery through deep sleep.
Recipe:
- 1/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup brewed chamomile tea (cooled)
- 1/2 cup tart cherry juice (or more tea)
- 1 large banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 scoop TB12 Vanilla Plant-Based Protein
Place the uncooked oats in a blender and blend until finely ground. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend together until smooth, and enjoy!
Key Ingredients:
Chamomile
Chamomile, with its delicate floral scent, is commonly used for its ability to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. Know for its calming effects, chamomile contains compounds like apigenin that bind to receptors in the brain, reducing anxiety and initiating sleep-inducing processes.
Incorporating chamomile tea into your nightly routine not only eases stress but also helps regulate sleep patterns, making it an ideal addition to your bedtime ritual. In this smoothie recipe, the gentle essence of chamomile tea blends seamlessly with vibrant fruits, offering a deliciously tranquil way to unwind and prepare for a restful night's sleep.
Tart Cherry Juice
Tart cherry juice is a secret weapon in promoting a good night's sleep. Packed with natural melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles, tart cherry juice can help enhance both the quality and duration of sleep.
Tart cherries are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which can help reduce inflammation and muscle soreness.
Incorporating tart cherry juice into your bedtime routine not only offers a fruity twist to your smoothie but also provides a natural and effective way to promote relaxation and support overall sleep health.
