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The effects of kiwi fruit consumption in students with chronic insomnia symptoms: a randomized controlled trial
Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41105-017-0095-9
The effects of kiwi fruit consumption in students with chronic insomnia symptoms: a randomized controlled trial
Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s41105-017-0095-9

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The effects of kiwi fruit consumption in students with chronic insomnia symptoms: a randomized controlled trial

2017 Mar 06   Sleep and Biological Rhythms   Nødtvedt O, Hansen AL, Bjorvatn B, Pallesen S

Results showed that on a total of two out of 12 outcome variables (sleep quality and daytime functioning as reported using sleep diary), there was a statistically significant group × time interaction effect favoring the kiwi condition compared to pear. Although there were no such effects using objective measures, the results suggest that kiwi may possess some sleep improving properties.

Randomised Controlled Trial Sleep
Submitted by Rachael L. 13 Nov 2023 - Added by Adrian Y. 28 Nov 2023
DOI 10.1007/s41105-017-0095-9

Insights & Discussion

Kiwifruit consumption before bedtime significantly improves sleep quality and daytime function in individuals with chronic insomnia in comparison to pear consumption.

In the methodology of this study, participants with chronic insomnia symptoms were randomly assigned to consume either 130g of kiwi or pear an hour prior to bedtime daily for a period of 4 weeks. This followed a baseline assessment period of one week. Various outcome measures such as sleep diaries, actigraphy, and several questionnaires were used to evaluate the effects of this dietary change.

The results showed a distinct improvement in sleep quality and daytime functionality in participants who consumed kiwi, as reported in the sleep diaries. However, the objective measures such as actigraphy and certain questionnaires did not show any significant changes. Hence, the research indicates that kiwi might have properties that enhance sleep, especially in people dealing with chronic insomnia.

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