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Cherry Tart Sleep Smoothie
Reader ratingsAn evening smoothie with tart cherry, a natural source of melatonin, to wind down the day.
Why it’s good for you
Tart cherries are one of the few whole foods that naturally contain melatonin and may support sleep quality.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add almond milk and yogurt to the blender.
- Add the tart cherries, banana, and nutmeg.
- Blend until smooth.
- Sip about an hour before bed as part of a calm evening routine.
Tips
- Tart (sour) cherries are different from sweet cherries — the tart variety is the one studied for sleep.
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