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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...

Yummy Oatmeal Cookie Recipe (Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Sugar-Free)

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           These are old,-fashion delicious oatmeal cookies. But vegan. You decide what you want to add in-- we have made some suggestions.  BLEND: 1 C. Water 1/2 C. Cashews or pre-soaked Almonds 1/2 C. chopped Dates 1 tsp. Vanilla 1/2 tsp. Salt Wiz until smooth. SLOWLY ADD 1/2 C. Oil (Grapeseed or Sunflower Seed Oil) EMPTY into large bowl ADD: 1/4 C. Lemon Juice STIR gently, to thicken. ADD: 1/2 C. chopped Nuts  1 C. Raisins 1/4 C. All-purpose or gluten-free Flour 1/4 C. Tapioca Flour 2 C. Quick Rolled Oats LET STAND 10 minutes DROP by spoonful onto well-greased cookie sheet BAKE at 350F about 20 minutes until browning.

Apricot-Date Bars Recipe (Gluten-Free, Casein-Free, Sugar-Free, Egg-Free)

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CRUMB CRUST #1: 4 C. Quick Oats 1/4 C. Oil                                              1 C. shredded Coconut 1/4 C. Brown Rice Flour 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt Salt 2 T. Lemon or Orange Rind Zest MIX WELL and PRESS most of the above into a 8" x 12" pan Leave some of the mixture for sprinkling on top of filling CONTINUE on with FILLING & BAKING below                 -OR- ALMOND MEAL CRUST #2: 4 1/2  C. Almond Meal/Almond Flour** 1/4 C. Oil 1/2 C. Maple Syrup 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt 2 tsp. Baking Soda COMBINE in a Food Processor until well-mixed PRESS into a 8" x 12" pan BAKE in a 350F oven until fragrant and light golden (however long that takes-- don't overbake/burn) LET COOL FILL and BAKE (again) AS BELOW FILLING: 2 C. unsulphured Apricots SOAK and BLEND coarsely wi...