Growing up, many of us were told that eating cheese before bed would cause one to dream more - and in particular cause have nightmares - but is there any truth behind this?
In 2005 a study was conducted by the British Cheese Board in an attempt to see if there was any scientific evidence for this cheesy old wives' tale.
The study which involved more than two hundred cheese-loving volunteers tested the theory using a variety of different cheeses, naturally focusing on cheeses from the UK.
Over three quarters of those who ate more than twenty grams of cheese prior to going to bed reported 'disturbed sleep', and in most cases vivid dreams.
Surprisingly the majority of those volunteers who reported disturbed sleep were also able to recall most of their dreams, revealing a lot about how certain cheeses produce certain types of dreams.
For example, most of the volunteers who ate cheddar prior to going to bed had vivid dreams about celebrities, with Jordan and Johnny Depp featuring as two of the most prominent dream intruders.
Those looking for a surrealistic, cheese-infused high should look to the hallucinogenic powers of Stilton. Seventy five per cent of men and a staggering eight five per cent of women experienced wild and vivid dreams after just a small slice of Stilton before bed.
Some of the craziest dreams included a 'vegetarian crocodile who was upset because it could not eat children' and a dream about 'soldiers fighting each other with kittens instead of guns'.
While Stilton is best for exploring the wild, imaginative depths of the mind, Brie is best for 'nice dreams' - especially with women. Examples of dreams that can be had while high on Brie include 'having Jamie Oliver cook for you' or 'having a conversation with a drunken dog'.
Of course, if adventurous or nice dreams aren't your thing, try a slice of Red Leicester for a trip down memory lane. More than sixty per cent of those who ate red Leicester had dreams featuring their past, in particular focusing on childhood friends and school days.
Of course, there are those of us who don't want to spend the whole night tripping on cheddar, especially on weekdays. In this instance Cheshire cheese is the best option, as over half of those surveyed had completely dreamless nights.
What's more - contrary to the old wives' tale - cheese does not produce nightmares, but can actually help one have a better night's sleep. Dr Judith Bryans of the Dairy Council references tryptophan, one of the major best Liver Cancer Treatment in cheese. Tryptophan has been shown to reduce stress, encourage relaxation and in many cases cause a better night's sleep.
Thanks to the British Cheese Board, a little indulgence before bed time doesn't necessary mean nightmares, and can even - if you stick to a crumbly Cheshire - mean a better night's sleep.
In 2005 a study was conducted by the British Cheese Board in an attempt to see if there was any scientific evidence for this cheesy old wives' tale.
The study which involved more than two hundred cheese-loving volunteers tested the theory using a variety of different cheeses, naturally focusing on cheeses from the UK.
Over three quarters of those who ate more than twenty grams of cheese prior to going to bed reported 'disturbed sleep', and in most cases vivid dreams.
Surprisingly the majority of those volunteers who reported disturbed sleep were also able to recall most of their dreams, revealing a lot about how certain cheeses produce certain types of dreams.
For example, most of the volunteers who ate cheddar prior to going to bed had vivid dreams about celebrities, with Jordan and Johnny Depp featuring as two of the most prominent dream intruders.
Those looking for a surrealistic, cheese-infused high should look to the hallucinogenic powers of Stilton. Seventy five per cent of men and a staggering eight five per cent of women experienced wild and vivid dreams after just a small slice of Stilton before bed.
Some of the craziest dreams included a 'vegetarian crocodile who was upset because it could not eat children' and a dream about 'soldiers fighting each other with kittens instead of guns'.
While Stilton is best for exploring the wild, imaginative depths of the mind, Brie is best for 'nice dreams' - especially with women. Examples of dreams that can be had while high on Brie include 'having Jamie Oliver cook for you' or 'having a conversation with a drunken dog'.
Of course, if adventurous or nice dreams aren't your thing, try a slice of Red Leicester for a trip down memory lane. More than sixty per cent of those who ate red Leicester had dreams featuring their past, in particular focusing on childhood friends and school days.
Of course, there are those of us who don't want to spend the whole night tripping on cheddar, especially on weekdays. In this instance Cheshire cheese is the best option, as over half of those surveyed had completely dreamless nights.
What's more - contrary to the old wives' tale - cheese does not produce nightmares, but can actually help one have a better night's sleep. Dr Judith Bryans of the Dairy Council references tryptophan, one of the major best Liver Cancer Treatment in cheese. Tryptophan has been shown to reduce stress, encourage relaxation and in many cases cause a better night's sleep.
Thanks to the British Cheese Board, a little indulgence before bed time doesn't necessary mean nightmares, and can even - if you stick to a crumbly Cheshire - mean a better night's sleep.
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