Eating sweet potatoes before bed may help support better sleep, thanks to their nutrients and complex carbohydrates, according to lifestyle reports.
Sweet potatoes contain tryptophan, magnesium, potassium and vitamin B6, nutrients involved in the production of serotonin and melatonin, which help regulate sleep.
Their slow-digesting carbohydrates may also help maintain stable blood sugar levels and keep the body feeling full through the night.
For those looking to try them, steamed, boiled or roasted sweet potatoes are preferable. Eating half to one medium-sized sweet potato about one to two hours before bedtime may be suitable for most people.
However, people with acid reflux, bloating, digestive problems or poorly controlled diabetes should be cautious about eating sweet potatoes at night.
