Annu Rev Nutr October 2021 PMID 34348025

Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship.

Faris M Zuraikat, Rebecca A Wood, Rocío Barragán, Marie-Pierre St-Onge

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions express strong agreement with the article's findings, citing studies and advocating for healthier diets rich in fruits, vegetables, and nutrients like tryptophan and melatonin, which contribute to better sleep. The tone and choice of words—such as 'growing evidence', 'recommendations', and 'further research'—highlight a positive perception of the article's significance and practical implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the research supports a close link between sleep quality and diet, emphasizing the cyclical relationship highlighted in the article.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest by highlighting the importance of diet for sleep and citing multiple studies, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to scientific research and personal experiences, showing a moderate level of deep engagement without extensive debate.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the article has potential influence on public health perspectives, especially in encouraging healthier eating for better sleep.

Abstract in brief

  • Sleep and diet are closely interconnected, with poor sleep negatively affecting dietary choices and certain foods potentially improving sleep quality.
  • Foods rich in tryptophan and melatonin, like fruits, vegetables, and legumes, have been linked to better sleep outcomes, though more clinical research is needed to confirm causality.
  • The relationship between sleep and diet appears cyclical, suggesting that adopting a healthy diet can enhance sleep, which in turn may encourage continued healthy eating habits.]

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Hassan S Dashti
@hsdash · X

“Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship” by @FZuraikat @MPStOngePhD in @AnnualReviews. “We recommend adopting a healthful diet to improve sleep, which may further promote sustained favorable dietary practices.”

Aug 12, 2021 · 21 likes · 5 shares · 1,229 followers View post →
Doctor Mime
@DoctorMime · X

DIETA PARA MEJORAR EL SUEÑO: aqui pueden pegarle un vistazo a lo que recomienda el Annual Review of Nutrition Fuente: https://t.co/Q7lGR6YVwb

Jan 19, 2022 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 141,747 followers View post →
María Soledad Tapia
@tapiamariasol · X

Frutas y verduras frescas para dormir muy bien de noche. Gracias @5adaynz. Sueño y dieta: creciente evidencia de una relación cíclica: https://t.co/NbuJD4qpqL https://t.co/fmdh3vjrqL

Jan 18, 2022 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 1,647 followers View post →
Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge
@MPStOngePhD · X

@EverydayHealth #EverydaySleepChat 11B. Eating a healthy diet. Many studies show that eating more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts/seeds, legumes, reduces the risk of poor sleep quality and insomnia symptoms. https://t.co/5lVQyyugPi

Mar 12, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,436 followers View post →
Annual Reviews
@AnnualReviews · X

Included in our #Sleep, #Health, and the #Brain collection. Download “Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship” by authors @MPStOngePhD et al. Free to read before July 31 https://t.co/trx9iMnOAG. https://t.co/4SvFmmjnoz

Jun 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 12,113 followers View post →
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Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship https://t.co/EhOGGLSS21

Aug 20, 2022 · 1 like · 63,719 followers View post →

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Sep 30, 2025 · 1 like · 3,740 followers View post →
Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge
@MPStOngePhD · X

@EverydayHealth #EverydaySleepChat 11B. Eating a healthy diet. Many studies show that eating more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts/seeds, legumes, reduces the risk of poor sleep quality and insomnia symptoms. https://t.co/5lVQyyugPi

Mar 12, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,436 followers View post →
Dra. Maribel Lizarzábal | Health Coach
@soydramaribel · X

Fuentes: Mendel Friedman (2018). Analysis, Nutrition, and Health Benefits of Tryptophan. PubMed. Faris M. Zuraikat (2021). Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship. PubMed.

Jul 26, 2024 · 16,515 followers View post →
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Alvar Laigna
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Aug 7, 2023 · 1,093 followers View post →
Annual Reviews
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Nov 9, 2022 · 12,113 followers View post →
Nutrition Science
@NutrioSci · X

Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship https://t.co/EhOGGLSS21

Aug 20, 2022 · 1 like · 63,719 followers View post →
Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge
@MPStOngePhD · X

@MitoPsychoBio @elonmusk @MrBeast And not just how much we eat before bed but what we eat throughout the day plays a role on how well we sleep at night https://t.co/VLgSdzwbdA

Jul 13, 2022 · 1 like · 1,436 followers View post →
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RT @AnnualReviews: Included in our #Sleep, #Health, and the #Brain collection. Download “Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Re…

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Annual Reviews
@AnnualReviews · X

Included in our #Sleep, #Health, and the #Brain collection. Download “Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship” by authors @MPStOngePhD et al. Free to read before July 31 https://t.co/trx9iMnOAG. https://t.co/4SvFmmjnoz

Jun 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 12,113 followers View post →
pelusa
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RT @DoctorMime: DIETA PARA MEJORAR EL SUEÑO: aqui pueden pegarle un vistazo a lo que recomienda el Annual Review of Nutrition Fuente: http…

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Sara Valenzuela
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Doctor Mime
@DoctorMime · X

DIETA PARA MEJORAR EL SUEÑO: aqui pueden pegarle un vistazo a lo que recomienda el Annual Review of Nutrition Fuente: https://t.co/Q7lGR6YVwb

Jan 19, 2022 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 141,747 followers View post →
José Daniel Anido R.
@anidoriv · X

RT @tapiamariasol: Frutas y verduras frescas para dormir muy bien de noche. Gracias @5adaynz. Sueño y dieta: creciente evidencia de una rel…

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MTC
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RT @tapiamariasol: Frutas y verduras frescas para dormir muy bien de noche. Gracias @5adaynz. Sueño y dieta: creciente evidencia de una rel…

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RT @tapiamariasol: Frutas y verduras frescas para dormir muy bien de noche. Gracias @5adaynz. Sueño y dieta: creciente evidencia de una rel…

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María Soledad Tapia
@tapiamariasol · X

Frutas y verduras frescas para dormir muy bien de noche. Gracias @5adaynz. Sueño y dieta: creciente evidencia de una relación cíclica: https://t.co/NbuJD4qpqL https://t.co/fmdh3vjrqL

Jan 18, 2022 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 1,647 followers View post →
Petrick
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RT @hsdash: “Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship” by @FZuraikat @MPStOngePhD in @AnnualReviews. “We recommend ado…

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Michael Buratovich
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Dr. Amy M. Bender
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Catalina Ramírez-Contreras
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Hassan S Dashti
@hsdash · X

“Sleep and Diet: Mounting Evidence of a Cyclical Relationship” by @FZuraikat @MPStOngePhD in @AnnualReviews. “We recommend adopting a healthful diet to improve sleep, which may further promote sustained favorable dietary practices.”

Aug 12, 2021 · 21 likes · 5 shares · 1,229 followers View post →
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@Olihory · X

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