S510五分钟英语- Sleep Better 05/09

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• The article (文章):

To Sleep Better, Change What—and When—You Eat

From WSJ

Did your mom ever suggest a warm glass of milk to help you sleep?

Science says she may be right.

Part I: The verdict

An emerging field of research called chrononutrition indicates that choosing the right foods and meal times may improve our sleep. Some key findings: Eat dinner early. Keep consistent schedules. And, yes, drink milk.

Part II: an Example

Roughly a third of American adults don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Part III: How do we do it

What’s the best way to adjust your diet to improve your sleep? Here’s some advice, according to a growing body of research.

Follow a Mediterranean diet

Have an early dinner

Be consistent about meal times

Eat breakfast

Cut back on alcohol

A light evening snack is OK