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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...

Stone Milled or Cracked Wheat Bread Recipe (Dairy-free, Egg-free)

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CRACKED WHEAT FLOUR: GRIND 2 cups of Wheat berries in high-speed blender IN MIXING BOWL: POUR 3 cups Boiling Water over the Cracked Wheat Flour ADD: *1/4 C. Brown Sugar *1/2 C. Oil *1 tsp. Salt WHEN LUKEWARM, ADD: *2 T. Granular Yeast dissolved in 1/2 C. Warm Water and 1 T. Sugar When bubbly, STIR IN: *5 C. All-purpose Flour, 1 cup at a time TURN OUT onto floured board and knead until smooth. LET RISE until double in bulk. PUNCH DOWN and shape into loaves. Put onto a well-greased cookie sheet or shallow pans. OIL tops. LET RISE AGAIN until approximately double in size. BAKE at 400F for about 45 minutes. A good demonstration of how to knead whole wheat bread: Other Bread Recipes: Millet-Honey-Nut Bread Recipe by Wyona Hertwig, Master Baker Multi-Grain Sunflower Seed Mineral Bread Recipe, by Wyona Hertwig, Master Baker Grandma's Health Bread Recipe (Adventist Cooking School) Mediterranean Pocket Bread Recipe (Adventist Cooking Scho...