{"id":27,"date":"2018-11-03T21:29:38","date_gmt":"2018-11-03T21:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/?p=27"},"modified":"2018-11-27T21:32:29","modified_gmt":"2018-11-27T21:32:29","slug":"sleep-apnea-columbus-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/03\/sleep-apnea-columbus-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods That Can Help with Sleep Apnea in Columbus"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ManA night\u2019s sleep can make or break your next day. Everyone\u2019s had a bad night\u2019s sleep that leaves them groggy, inefficient, and unenthused about the following day. But, if you have sleep apnea in Columbus or other sleeping disorders, you know this battle with a good night\u2019s sleep all too well. There are many strategies you can use to get a better snooze, but did you know that what you eat affects your slumber? Keep reading to discover some of the best foods you can eat before bed to enhance your quality of sleep.<\/p>\n

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Turkey<\/h2>\n

Turkey is famous as the centerpiece in a Thanksgiving feast, but you can also eat it for dinner to have a good night\u2019s sleep. Turkey contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which increases the production of melatonin (a sleep-regulating hormone). Although no studies have directly proven it, many people claim turkey promotes sleepiness. No wonder Thanksgiving Day naps have become somewhat of a tradition.<\/p>\n

Almonds<\/h2>\n

Almonds are a great source for melatonin, which is why many claim that it boosts your sleep quality. These nuts also contain a significant amount of magnesium\u2014which can improve sleep, especially if you suffer from insomnia. Magnesium helps you count sheep by reducing your stress levels and inflammation; both of which are known to cause restlessness. If you eat almonds right before bed, remember to floss your teeth. Sometimes, bits and pieces of the nut can get stuck in between your teeth.<\/p>\n

Chamomile Tea<\/h2>\n

Chamomile Tea, known for its variety of health benefits, contains apigenin\u2014an antioxidant that binds to receptors in your brain that may increase sleepiness and reduce insomnia. One study even found that women who drank chamomile tea for two weeks reported better sleep quality compared to those who didn\u2019t drink tea at all. Remember to brush your teeth before bed to prevent staining from tea leaves.<\/p>\n

Kiwi<\/h2>\n

Besides being a low-calorie and very nutritious fruit, kiwis may also be one of the best foods to eat before bed. A recent study showed that participants who ate 2 kiwis within an hour of bedtime fell asleep 42% faster than those who didn\u2019t eat them.<\/p>\n

Kiwi contains serotonin, a brain chemical that helps regulate your sleep cycle. This makes it a great food to eat before bed. Just make sure to brush your teeth after because fruits contain acid that will eat away at your tooth enamel.<\/p>\n

Tart Cherry Juice<\/h2>\n

Tart cherry juice has a high level of melatonin, which promotes sleepiness. Melatonin is a chemical that acts as your body\u2019s clock that tells it when to prepare for sleep. Cherry juice also contains antioxidants that protect your cells from harmful inflammation.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s especially important to remember to brush your teeth before bed if you drink cherry juice. This juice is highly acidic, so you can protect your teeth by drinking water and brushing.<\/p>\n

If you have sleep apnea and these foods don\u2019t help, contact your local dentist for sleep apnea therapy. Now that you know some go-to sleepy snacks, are you ready for a great night\u2019s sleep? Use the food tips above for a better night of counting sheep.<\/p>\n

Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n

Dr. Eric Buck is a sleep apnea expert<\/a> who enjoys helping patients sleep better through improving oral health. He is even a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine to stay up-to-date on the latest in sleep apnea and other disorders. He currently practices at The Columbus Sleep Center, and he can be contacted through his website<\/a> or by phone at (614) 956-9305 for any questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A night\u2019s sleep can make or break your next day. Everyone\u2019s had a bad night\u2019s sleep that leaves them groggy, inefficient, and unenthused about the following day. But, if you have sleep apnea in Columbus or other sleeping disorders, you know this battle with a good night\u2019s sleep all too well. There are many strategies […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27\/revisions\/29"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.columbussleepcenter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}