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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.
4. Oatmeal. Like toast, a bowl of oatmeal triggers a rise in blood sugar, which in turn triggers insulin production and the release of sleep-inducing brain chemicals. Oats are also rich in melatonin, which many people take as a sleep aid. 5. Warm milk. Like bananas, milk contains the amino acid L-tryptophan, which turns to 5-HTP and releases relaxing serotonin. It's also high in calcium, which promotes sleep.