Neurologist Olivier Mallis posted a video on Instagram in which he extolls the benefits of a particular fruit.There are two studies that have looked at the beneficial effect of kiwi on sleep. The first study dates back to 2011. It already showed that eating two kiwis an hour before going to sleep improved the quality of sleep. That is to say, the time to fall asleep, the depth of sleep and the satisfaction or feeling of having slept well.” Eating kiwi before going to bed would therefore promote quality sleep.Then there was a second study from 2023 that looked at kiwi consumption in high-level athletes. And it showed that eating two kiwis before going to sleep improved sleep quality and stress parameters due to intense physical exercise,” adds the doctor. These effects are explained by the high concentration of serotonin contained in kiwi. This neurotransmitter plays a role in the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone.
This nut is ideal for the arrival of autumn: it boosts the immune system and reduces fatigue.
Foods to avoid for a good night’s sleep
Unlike kiwi, some foods should be avoided in the evening, to ensure a restful night. This is the case for foods that are too rich, such as pastries or pies, but also drinks that contain energizing molecules, such as coffee or tea. If you have trouble falling asleep, you know what you have to do now: a kiwi, and off to bed!
