Why does milk get me sleepy?

Answer by  Gingercakes (920)

It has an amino acid called tryptophan in it that is used to produce the neuro chemical serotonin. It is also in turkey in high amounts. The more tryptophan you consume, the more serotonin your brain can make, which makes you happy and sleepy and content. Warm milk is even better, because the warmth is soothing to your tummy.

Answer by  dholmes (82)

Milk contains the essential amino acid called tryptophan. Tryptophan is not produced by the body but obtained through certain food products. Tryptophan helps to produce increased levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is an important component in regulating sleep and producing an overall feeling of relaxation. Tryptophan supplements have been widely used as a treatment for insomnia.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

It is proven that Tryptophan an amino acid which is the building block of protein makes you sleepy. This is the same feeling that you get at Thanksgiving from your turkey dinner. Also the warmth of the milk add to sleep process.

Answer by  MCheryll (105)

It's psychological. You probably grew up believing milk helps you sleep, and so it does. There is no scientifically proven food that helps you sleep.

Answer by  LaraTanciya (146)

Naturally milk contains a rich sources of calcium, tryptophan, carbohydrates which are all a magical stuff that makes as to sleep. It will make our bones to get tired so we will feel sleepy and also has more fatty which will make us sleepy….

Answer by  Anonymous

it is called something that i don't know! sorry.