I need more sleep because it is essential for my overall physical and mental health. When I don’t get enough sleep, I feel exhausted and irritable, and I am less productive. My energy and concentration levels are decreased, making it harder for me to stay focused and motivated. Not getting enough sleep can also lead to more serious long-term health problems, such as an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Furthermore, it can worsen symptoms of depression and anxiety. In order to stay healthy and focused, I need to get a full night of restful sleep every night.
Cherries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins. For example, cherries are a good source of vitamin C, which is essential for a healthy immune system. They also contain a variety of other vitamins and minerals, including potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron. In addition, cherries contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including anthocyanins and phenolic compounds, which are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties. Furthermore, cherries are a great source of dietary fiber, which helps to promote healthy digestion.
Cherries are packed with melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. Studies have confirmed that eating cherries helps people sleep better and longer. Eating a handful of cherries an hour before bedtime can help you fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night. The antioxidants in cherries may help reduce inflammation and protect the body from oxidative stress. This may help reduce stress on the body and make it easier to fall asleep.
Sleepy Time Berry Jello is the perfect choice for a light, refreshing dessert after dinner. The jelly is a deep, rich purple color, made with a delicious blend of sweet berries that tantalize your taste buds. The combination of sweet and tart berries is perfectly balanced, making it an irresistible treat.
Sleepy Time Berry Jello
4
servings10
minutes10
minutes180
kcal3
minutes23
minutesI love this simple treat both in summertime and winter. This is how I remember my childhood and the natural sweets and treats my mom made for me. I am trying to implement this tradition with my child, but, as of now, she is only eating dark chocolate, cookies occasionally, and ice cream. I do minimize her exposure to cookies and ice cream to once every couple of weeks because I strongly believe that teeth health and the appearance of cavities are connected to the child’s/adult’s diet. If you live in the U.S. and your teeth are not in the best shape, you, probably, know how expensive, stressful, and traumatic it is to have issues with the mouth and teeth. Dr. Weston A. Price did amazing research and if you have a chance, look into it to see how feeding yourself and your child differently from the Standard American Diet will pay off both financially and emotionally.
So, after I diverted for a minute, I should say I suggest eating this dessert at the end of your dinner as cherries promote healthy melatonin production and help you sleep better. Definitely, try eating cherries frozen or fresh if you are having trouble falling asleep.
Ingredients
3 cups cherry juice cold
1 cup hot water
2 tablespoon grass-fed gelatin (3 tablespoons for harder jello that you could cut into pieces)
1/2 cup frozen cherries
1/2 cup fresh berries you like (I used blackberries)
Directions
- Pour 1 cup of cold cherry juice and sprinkle gelatin slowly while whisking it into the juice.
- The key is to whisk well to prevent the formation of lumps.
- Add the 1 cup of hot water and stir to mix well.
- Pour the rest of the cherry juice and thawed (or frozen) cherries. I try not to heat cherry juice to preserve the nutrients.
- Place fresh fruit in a layer on the bottom of the pretty dishes you are using. I love using my mom’s crystal because it makes it look fancier, and I believe it tastes yummier, too 🙂
- Pour the jello mixture over the fruit and stir slightly to make sure it has coated the fruit.
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.
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