3351: Best Superfoods for Sleep (Plus Foods to Avoid!) by Beth Rush with Elly McGuinness on Sleep-Friendly Foods

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🗓️ 5 April 2026

⏱️ 14 minutes

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3351: Beth Rush explains how specific nutrients in everyday foods can naturally improve sleep by supporting melatonin production, calming the nervous system, and balancing the gut. By incorporating simple superfoods and avoiding common dietary disruptors, you can create a sustainable, holistic approach to deeper, more restorative rest. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/superfoods-for-sleep/ Quotes to ponder: "What you eat affects how easily you drift off and whether you stay asleep." "Your body doesn’t flip a switch at night and suddenly fall asleep." "Supporting your sleep is about more than a strict plan or perfect food choices." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:39.3	Best Superfoods for sleep, plus foods to avoid, by Beth Rush with ellie McGinnis.com.
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1:01.1	Best Superfoods for Sleep, Plus Foods to Avoid, by Beth Rush with ellie McGinnis.com.
1:08.6	Many people have trouble getting the rest they need, tossing and turning or constantly waking
1:13.6	up throughout the night.
1:15.6	What you eat can affect how easily you drift off and whether you stay asleep.
1:20.6	From a holistic health perspective, food is more than fuel.
1:24.6	It also informs your body.
1:26.6	It sends signals that either support rest or quietly
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