But did you know that you could also get melatonin from the foods you eat?

“Melatoninresponds to lightmore is produced when it’s dark and less when it’s light.

It can also be made from certain foods we eat.”

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Nuts

Doebrich shares that nuts, of all kinds, are a great source of melatonin.

“Pistachios and almonds have the highest amounts.”

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“Keep in mind that these findings are only true for tart cherry varieties such as the Montmorency.

Not all cherries are as high in melatonin as this variety.

“They also harbor a reasonable amount of omega-3 fatty acids that maintain healthy blood pressure levels.”

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Eggs

Eggs are another food that is packed with melatonin.

Beyond aiding in sleep, the melatonin found in eggs can also have other positive effects on the body.

It also can help prevent Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

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Even better, goji berries taste delicious in both sweet or savory recipesthe possibilities are endless!

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Goji Berries

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