Try tart cherry juice for natural melatonin

Drink 8 oz of Montmorency tart cherry juice or take an equivalent concentrate twice daily — once in the morning and once 1-2 hours before bed.

Why It Works

Tart cherries contain natural melatonin and proanthocyanidins that inhibit the enzyme which breaks down tryptophan, increasing its availability for serotonin and melatonin synthesis. Clinical studies show objective improvements in sleep duration and quality.

Tips

• Montmorency variety specifically — sweet cherries have negligible melatonin content
• Available as juice, concentrate, or capsules; concentrate is more practical and lower in sugar
• Also provides anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits
• Brands: Dynamic Health, Cheribundi, Lakewood Organic