Banana and Cinnamon Sleep Tea

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana (organic is best, with peel on)
• 1 small cinnamon stick or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 cups water
• Honey (optional, for sweetness)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the banana: Wash the banana thoroughly to remove any dirt or chemicals from the peel. Cut off both ends of the banana (stem and tip), but leave the peel on.
2. Boil the water: In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
3. Add the banana: Once the water is boiling, carefully place the banana (with the peel) into the saucepan. Let it boil for about 10 minutes.
4. Add cinnamon: Add the cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon) to the water while the banana boils. The cinnamon will infuse the tea with a warming, comforting aroma.
5. Strain the tea: After 10 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat. Use a strainer to pour the liquid into a mug, leaving the banana and cinnamon stick behind.
6. Sweeten (optional): If you’d like, add a small amount of honey to taste. This adds a touch of sweetness, but it’s optional since the banana will provide a natural sweetness.
7. Enjoy: Sip the tea slowly about an hour before bedtime. The natural magnesium in bananas and the relaxing properties of cinnamon can help promote better sleep.

Why It Works:

• Bananas are rich in potassium and magnesium, which help relax muscles and nerves.
• Cinnamon adds warmth and can help regulate blood sugar levels, which can prevent those late-night wake-ups.

Let me know how it turns out if you try it!