Worrying can stop you sleeping and not sleeping can make you worry more, leading to a cycle of poor sleep and higher anxiety.
Studies have suggested that stress can alter gut bacteria in a way that interferes with the sleep-wake cycle. To support the good gut bacteria you need to ensure they get plenty prebiotics - food to promote the growth of good bacteria.
A recent study has shown that prebiotic fibre -found for example in leeks, onions, garlic, celery, artichokes, bananas, apples and pears not only feeds the growth of good gut bacteria but also helps lower the stress hormone cortisol and helps with getting a good night's sleep.
Studies have suggested that stress can alter gut bacteria in a way that interferes with the sleep-wake cycle. To support the good gut bacteria you need to ensure they get plenty prebiotics - food to promote the growth of good bacteria.
A recent study has shown that prebiotic fibre -found for example in leeks, onions, garlic, celery, artichokes, bananas, apples and pears not only feeds the growth of good gut bacteria but also helps lower the stress hormone cortisol and helps with getting a good night's sleep.
