What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?
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What should you eat for a better night’s sleep?

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 22, 20267 min
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  • Health

Have you ever had the feeling of lying awake at night, unable to get to sleep? Many of us know what it is like to struggle with sleep, especially if we have drunk too much tea or coffee before bed! But did you know that your sleep quality can be affected by other parts of your diet too? Georgie and Phil discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Get a free transcript and quiz at bbclearningenglish.com (currently experiencing technical issues). Sign up for our email newsletter for tips and updates: https://www.bbc...

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This BBC podcast is supported by ads outside the UK. So, uh, quick summer recap. Heatwaves, data leaks, AI hacks, holding phones, and a viral, Spinally challenged raccoon.

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Yeah, I think that, uh, that covers it, right? I'm Thomas Germain. I'm Jess Maddox, and the interface is back from its summer break. New season, new co-host, same deep dives into the tech

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