IF you are looking for an excuse to eat more peanut butter (and let’s be honest, who isn’t?), look no further – especially if you have sleeping problems.

A doctor in the US made waves on TikTok when he suggested that a spoonful of peanut butter before bed can help you sleep better throughout the night.

This is because it contains tryptophan – an amino acid vital for the production of serotonin – “which can have a calming effect on your brain”, explained Dr Kunal Sood.

The tasty spread is also high in healthy fats, which prevent blood sugar level spikes that can cause you to wake up during the night.

“Lastly, peanut butter also contains magnesium which has been shown to relax you and improve sleep quality,” Dr Sood added.

After posting the video, TikTok users commented that the tip has indeed proven helpful (and delicious, we’re sure).

One user said: “I have trouble sleeping almost every night – peanut butter has helped me a lot”, and another commented: “Wow okay good reason to eat peanut butter.”

But one lamented: “Dammit, I’m allergic to peanuts.”

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