India, May 19 -- Many have the habit of drinking warm milk before going to bed. It feels warm and comforting, and the practice has existed since childhood for many. Across generations, mothers give a glass of warm milk before bedtime. Overtime, it has become a bedtime ritual, ingrained in daily routine in many households.ALSO READ: Eating fruits with milk? Fitness coach reveals if this pairing is healthy or not

Milk before bedtime is usually associated with relaxation and better sleep. But medically speaking, does drinking milk at night offer real benefits? And what about milk aiding better sleep- is there any truth to that common belief? And is the timing actually right?

For a better clarity on what works, what does not, we spoke to Dr...