Cure insomnia with asparagus smoothie

Insomnia can be caused by low blood sugar, anxiety, depression, heat or cold, or caffeine. Insomnia causes chronic pain, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. An estimated 23-34% of the world's population aged 65 and older suffers from insomnia.

Treat insomnia with asparagus smoothiesAsparagus smoothies help you sleep well and are good for your health - Photo: Shutterstock

Research shows that asparagus smoothies improve sleep quality and duration, reduce the severity of insomnia and promote restful sleep.

Below is a recipe for asparagus smoothie to treat insomnia, according to naturalnews.

Ingredients: 1 cucumber, a little ginger root, 1 lemon, 1 green apple and 9 asparagus stalks

How to prepare: Soak asparagus in cold water, cut cucumber, lemon and apple into pieces. Mix the fruit pieces into a mixture. Discard the water used to soak the asparagus. Put the asparagus and mixed fruit pieces into a blender. Drink the smoothie after lunch.

Health benefits of ingredients in asparagus smoothie:

Asparagus. This vegetable is 93% water and is rich in minerals like magnesium, which helps the body relax. Asparagus is rich in vitamins A, C, K, E and is also rich in fiber, which helps balance blood sugar levels. Asparagus is also rich in folic acid, which has a relaxing and soothing effect.

Ginger. Ginger is a detoxifying food. It is also known as a diuretic. So ginger helps you get a better night's rest.

Cucumber. Cucumbers are a great way to reduce the effects of stress and tired skin. They soothe the body and promote a good night's sleep.

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