10 top sleep boosters
Nibble on one of these 10 high-carb calmers an hour before bedtime. You'll be yawning in no time.
1.Half of a whole-wheat English muffin or raisin bagel drizzled with honey
2.Two cups of air-popped popcorn
3.A small slice of angel food cake topped with berries
4.A frozen whole-wheat waffle, toasted, with maple syrup
5.Half a cup of pretzels
6.Fresh strawberries dunked in a little fat-free chocolate syrup
7.Half a cup of pasta topped with marinara sauce
8.A 4-ounce baked potato topped with salsa
9.A handful of oyster crackers and a piece of fruit
10.Canned mandarin oranges sprinkled with crystallized ginger
The benefits of sleep go well beyond good moods and lots of energy. Getting six to eight hours of sleep a night can make your Real Age as much as three years younger.
