As we become older, it’s more crucial than ever to keep our muscles strong and healthy so we can stay independent and healthy. Sarcopenia is a natural process that happens to our bodies around age 60. It causes our muscles to lose mass and strength. But this doesn’t have to be the way we spend our life. We can assist slow down this process and encourage muscle repair and growth by adding basic, ordinary foods to our nighttime routine.
Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and almonds are all high in protein and include amino acids that help repair and rebuild muscle tissue while you sleep. Bananas, almonds, and avocados are some foods that are high in magnesium and potassium. These foods can also help you sleep better and ease muscle cramps.
It’s also important to stay hydrated. Drinking a little glass of water or herbal tea before bed will help your joints and muscles work better. We can wake up feeling stronger, more rested, and ready to take on the day by making four simple, deliberate choices every night.
The most important thing is to make a routine that is soothing and helps our bodies work with their natural cycles. We can help our bodies stay active and independent for years to come by giving our muscles food before bed. Try adding a protein snack or a banana to your sleep routine to see how it helps you.
Our bodies can defend and strengthen us even while we sleep if we eat the correct foods. We may live a better life and keep doing the activities we love, no matter how old we are, by making simple changes to our lifestyle [1].
