Did you know that tart cherries are one of Nature's top sources of naturally occuring melatonin? This means this little red fruit may be an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy a more restful night's sleep. According to U.S. government studies, about 40 million Americans don't get a restful night's sleep, plus another 20 million experience occasional sleep issues. Unfortunately, not getting enough sleep may interfere with work, driving, and social activities. It is also estiminated it costs approximately $16 billion in medical costs each year, while additional indirect costs are added on top of that figure due to lost productivity. Here are a few areas to consider if you looking a get a better night's rest:
Room temperature and humidity
Try to minimize the noise levels
Try to minimize sources of light
Diet and Exercise, and finally...
Try to exercise daily
In addition to the suggestions above, enjoy a glass of tart cherry juice a few hours before bedtime. One oz. of tart cherry juice concentrate, it is used to make the juice delivers 100 ng (nanograms) of melatonin, while 1 ounce of tart cherry powder delivers 137 ng. The powder is what goes to make the Fruit Advantage Joint Formula. So the next time you are looking for a natural source of melatonin, consider adding some of this tangy red drink to your daily diet.
