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Complex carbohydrates found in whole grain foods, like whole wheat crackers, beans and whole grain pastas also promote serotonin production. Foods to eat that help you sleep: 1  Bananas, nuts, seeds, honey and eggs contain tryptophan. 2  Low fat cheese stick. 3  Turkey. 4  Greek yogurt. 5  Cottage cheese. 6  Reduced fat popcorn. 7  Whole wheat crackers and peanut butter.
Although the research is a bit spotty when it comes to which foods help or harm sleep, anecdotal evidence does suggest that certain items consumed right before bedtime are more likely to be âsleep promotersâ while others may be âsleep stealers,â says Russell Rosenberg, Ph.D., CEO of the National Sleep Foundation.