Print Banana-Apricot-Almond Biscotti (Vegan Recipe) Author: Chef Kelly Yorke Serves: 28 Slices   Foods that contain tryptophan like bananas, chia seeds and nuts, and foods that contain potassium and magnesium like dried apricots, can help you defend off insomnia especially if you pair them with a caffeine-free warm beverage, get plenty of exercise during the day and […]

Print Savory Cheddar-Nut Rounds Author: Chef Kelly Yorke Serves: 48 Savory Cheddar Nut Rounds   These savory cookies can be served as an appetizer topped with smear of tangy fruit chutney and a slice of summer sausage. They also make a great garnish for a bowl of tomato soup. And, to help promote a good night’s sleep, […]

Print Hot Bedtime Beverage, Apple Pie a la Mode Author: Chef Kelly Yorke   A bit of valerian root extract added to this hot beverage before bedtime helps to induce a good night sleep. Valerian root extract is made from the oils of the dried root of a flowering perennial plant. It can be purchased at […]

Print Hot Bedtime Beverage, Tart Cherry-Vanilla Decaf Tea Author: Chef Kelly Yorke Serves: 1 Cup   Tart cherries – especially the Montmorency variety, are a very good food source of melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone produced in the pineal gland of the brain that helps regulate your sleep cycles. Drinking this tasty beverage before going to bed […]