Kiwi fruit may help ease insomnia, study finds

A recent scientific study has found that eating kiwi fruit before bedtime may help people suffering from insomnia improve their sleep quality.

According to a report in the British newspaper Daily Express, citing health experts, kiwi can boost serotonin levels in the body, which helps people fall asleep faster and achieve deeper sleep.

The US-based Sleep Foundation explained that serotonin is a brain chemical that regulates mood and sleep cycles.

A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicated that adults who ate two kiwis before bed fell asleep 42% faster and experienced improved sleep quality, with longer sleep durations.

The Sleep Foundation noted that kiwi contains high levels of antioxidants and serotonin, which promote sleep, and that foods rich in these compounds help regulate the body's natural sleep-wake cycle. However, experts stress that kiwi is not a magic cure for insomnia.

According to the UK's National Health Service (NHS), diet does affect sleep, but maintaining healthy sleep habits—such as reducing screen time and sticking to a consistent bedtime—remains essential.

Kiwi fruit also offers other health benefits. The British Nutrition Foundation reports that it is rich in vitamin C, fiber, and potassium, which support immune and digestive health.

Research from Harvard Health also suggests that diets high in fruits and vegetables are linked to better overall health and may indirectly support improved sleep patterns by regulating hormones and reducing inflammation.