Not all carbs are created equal and not all carbs are evil like you may believe! Carbs from fruits are typically high in important vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Cherries are one example of this. They are a nutritionally dense food with many nutrients including quercetin, fiber, vitamin C, and melatonin. Cherries have also been shown to improve the quantity and quality of sleep which is critical for a strong immune system. (1, 2)
Read MoreSleeplessness and insomnia. Are these perceived maladies a blessing or a burden? Well, if you’re Adam Young, (creator of the well-known song, “Fireflies”), insomnia could be the key to your success. (1) However, even though insomnia may be an advantage when creating amazing music, writing your latest novel, or finishing that last-minute project due the next day, it’s typically a good rule of thumb to sleep at least a solid 7 hours per night. (2) Solid sleep is critical for our immune system (2, 3) and one component of good sleep is melatonin.
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