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7 Vegan Foods That Support Better Sleep (and 7 That Don’t)

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Discover 7 vegan foods that help you sleep better—plus which ones to avoid—\ and enjoy plant-based supper ideas and a sleep-friendly recipe! Getting a restful night’s sleep isn’t just about avoiding screens or caffeine—what you eat for supper plays a huge role. Some plant-based foods contain nutrients that help regulate melatonin and serotonin levels, promoting relaxation and deeper sleep. Others can spike your energy or disrupt digestion, keeping you awake long past bedtime. 🥱 7 Vegan Foods That Support Improved Sleep Cherries – One of the only plant sources of natural melatonin. Tart cherries or juice before bed may help regulate sleep-wake cycles. Kiwi – Rich in serotonin-boosting compounds and antioxidants; studies link kiwi consumption with faster sleep onset. Almonds – Contain magnesium and tryptophan, nutrients linked to improved sleep quality. Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) – High in magnesium and zinc, which work with tryptophan to support melatonin production. Tofu – A good sou...

Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

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Warming, delicious Curried Yam and Lentil Soup (Gluten-Free, Vegan) This soup was not actually demo'd in any of our cooking classes, but my good friend Mary Lou Johnson made it for a recent Church potluck and I feel that the recipe deserves to be on our website.  It's a 'brothy' curry soup, meaning that it isn't whirred up with a blender.  The flavours meld together so nicely, it was perfect during a time of joyful fellowship on a cool rainy day, and I'm sure you'll enjoy it too if you try it! INGREDIENTS: 2 T. Coconut Oil 1 medium Onion , roughly chopped 3 cloves Garlic , minced 1 T. fresh Ginger , grated 2 T. Curry Powder 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt (and those 82+minerals) 1/s tsp. Black Pepper 4 chopped plum Tomatoes (or 1- 14 oz. can chopped Tomatoes) 1 C. dry Green Lentils 1 qt./liter of Vegetable Stock or Water 1- 14 fl.oz. C. Coconut Milk 3 Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 small Zucchini , roughly chopped ...