One of the signals your body uses to go to sleep is our circadian rhythm. That's when the pineal gland releases the hormone melatonin, making you feel drowsy. Melatonin is also a powerful antioxidant that treats heartburn and supports eye health. Studies show that Prunus cerasus, tart cherries, have more melatonin than the amount naturally occurring in the blood, which suggests that cherries could improve sleep.

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