Many seniors struggle with getting a full night’s sleep, often waking up multiple times or feeling unrested in the morning. But a simple, natural remedy is gaining attention for its calming effects—tart cherry juice.

Packed with antioxidants and naturally high in melatonin, tart cherry juice may help regulate the sleep cycle. Melatonin is the hormone that signals to your body it’s time to rest, and as we age, our levels of it naturally decrease.

Drinking a small glass of tart cherry juice in the evening, about an hour before bed, has been linked in some studies to longer and deeper sleep—sometimes up to 90 more minutes of rest per night.

Best of all, it’s non-habit forming, easy to find in most grocery stores, and free of the side effects common in over-the-counter sleep aids.

Of course, it’s always wise to check with a doctor before adding any new supplement. But for many older adults, this simple drink may offer a sweet path to restful, uninterrupted sleep.