(John Anderer/ Study Finds) — Sleep seems to happen almost instantly on some nights, while others are spent endlessly tossing and turning in pursuit of some rest. Insomnia can be caused by a variety of factors, but it is indisputably a common occurrence nowadays. In fact, an estimated 30% of adults experience insomnia regularly.
If you’ve been having trouble falling asleep lately, a new study says you may want to examine your eating habits. Research performed at Columbia University found that post menopausal women consuming a diet high in refined carbohydrates, specifically added sugars, are more likely to deal with insomnia.
Conversely, women eating more vegetables, fiber, and whole fruit were less likely to experience trouble sleeping. While this study focused solely on older women, the research team theorize that the same holds true for men and younger women as well. (…)