11/11/2025
Did you know your gut plays a big role in how well you sleep? 😴😴
Around 90% of your serotonin — the “feel-good” hormone that helps regulate mood and sleep
— is made in your gut.
Your body then uses serotonin to make melatonin, the hormone that tells your brain it’s time to
rest.
🌙 Emerging research shows that when your gut bacteria are out of balance, serotonin and
melatonin production can be disrupted — making it harder to fall or stay asleep.
Support your gut + sleep naturally:
🍊Eat plenty of fibre-rich foods (veggies, oats, flaxseeds). Food for your microbiome!
🍳Eat foods that contain the amino acid tryptophan, this amino acid promotes serotonin
production. (Poultry, dairy, fish, soy, nuts, bananas and dark chocolate).
🥒Add fermented foods like kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut and kombucha daily, rich in probiotics.
🍝Avoid heavy meals and alcohol close to bedtime.
☕️Reduce caffeine after 2pm, introduce some relaxing chamomile teas and night time teas in the evening instead.
🌚Create a set night time routine- This will help you get your body ready to sleep — deep
breathing or light stretching helps calm the gut-brain axis.
📵No screen time an hour before bed - blue light suppresses melatonin production
♀️ Start with these simple tips and watch your sleep improve.
If you’ve been struggling with restless nights and have poor digestion, your gut might be the
missing link and you may need more comprehensive support.
Reach out to me for a free gut
health review.
What's the one thing that has helped your sleep quality?
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