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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...
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Bread-Making Tips

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Try a simple bread recipe first. Salt and fat both slow the growth of the yeast and should not be added to the yeast mixture until it has grown strong and lively by feeding on sugar and starch. (Too much sugar can also slow the growth) Develop the gluten of the wheat flour in the batter by beating thoroughly before adding other kinds of flour. It is important to do a thorough job of kneading before the first rising. Never fill pans too full.  Give the bread enough room to expand without having to billow out over the sides, causing cracked, over-browned crusts. It is important each loaf is thoroughly baked. (It is better that the loaf is smaller than unbaked) Careful not to "over raise" the bread when in loaf pans.  Bake bread when loaf is approximately double in bulk. Bread should slip easily out of the pan if thoroughly baked. *Bread just out of the oven is difficult to digest.  Bread should be at least 12 hours old before  it is eaten. *Bread free...
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