Pistachios before bed: a natural sleep aid?
NCT ID NCT07651605
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether eating 28 grams of pistachios (about 40 nuts) one hour before bedtime could help regulate the body's internal clock in 28 overweight young adults. Researchers measured melatonin levels, antioxidant activity, and sleep-wake patterns. The goal was to see if natural compounds in pistachios, like phyto-melatonin, can influence circadian rhythms.
What this could mean
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Active substance
pistachios (28 g daily, 1 hour before bedtime)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could suggest that eating pistachios before bed may help regulate the body's internal clock and improve sleep patterns.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect of pistachios on circadian rhythm is still uncertain and needs larger trials.
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Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro
Querétaro City, Querétaro, 76000, Mexico