Lots of Ashburn and Herndon Sleep Problems Help from Turkey & Its Tryptophan

Do you find yourself struggling to fall asleep at night, chasing the elusive promise of restful sleep? If so, you are not the only one. Insomnia bothers millions, leaving many looking for natural answers to get the restorative rest they so want and desire. This Thanksgiving, you might find an unexpected help in a classic holiday staple—turkey. With its high concentrations of tryptophan, turkey offers a tasty and healthful way to support better sleep which is so important for our Ashburn and Herndon chiropractic patients at Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn who are healing from back pain or neck pain.

WHAT IS TRYPTOPHAN?

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that is important in the process of producing serotonin, a neurotransmitter that assists in regulating mood and sleep cycles. Serotonin is then changed into melatonin, the hormone responsible for overseeing your sleep-wake cycle. Consuming tryptophan-rich foods like turkey can help increase these processes, making it simpler to drift off into restful sleep. Just look around the room after your Ashburn and Herndon Thanksgiving dinner!

HOW TURKEY CAN HELP WITH INSOMNIA

Turkey is one of the most highly recognized sources of tryptophan, and thanks to its deliciously lean protein, it’s a terrific addition to your diet if you are looking to enhance sleep quality. When combined with carbohydrates (think mashed potatoes or stuffing), tryptophan absorption is enhanced, raising the likelihood of better relaxation and easier shifts into sleep.

Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn found a clinical study by Abad and Guilleminault in Drugs & Aging quite interesting. (1) It highlights the role tryptophan plays in natural insomnia management. The research points out the ability of tryptophan-rich foods to promote better sleep patterns without relying on heavy pharmacological interventions—encouraging for anyone seeking gentle, food-based sleep remedies.

BENEFITS BEYOND SLEEP

Beyond facilitating insomnia, turkey’s tryptophan can have a cascading effect on overall wellness:

• Mood Regulation: Serotonin taken from tryptophan is not just for sleep—it’s also a natural mood stabilizer, making your holidays a little brighter.
• Reduced Stress: A balanced serotonin-melatonin cycle leads to lower stress levels, generating a calm mental state that supports physical health.
• Nutrition Boost: Turkey is not just about tryptophan! It’s also full of lean protein, essential nutrients like selenium, and a bunch of B vitamins.

SUPPORT YOUR SLEEP THIS THANKSGIVING

This holiday season, why not indulge in your Thanksgiving turkey with a side of gratitude for the sleep-enhancing benefits it offers? Combine it with other healthy, tryptophan-friendly foods like bananas or milk—studies, such as one in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggest these can also support sleep. (2) Cheers to delicious meals, science-backed solutions, and a season of restful nights!

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Chris DeVeau, on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he illustrates the difficulty an arm pain patient had sleeping and how he helped with relief with The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.

Make your Ashburn and Herndon chiropractic appointment soon.