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Foods To Avoid During Bedtime: When it comes to having a good night’s sleep, night time habits have a great role to play in the process. A healthy nighttime routine includes avoiding strenuous activities, reducing intake of caffeine, drinking enough water, practising meditation, journaling and making smart eating choices. When it comes to food, one should be careful while choosing the foods to include in their dinner plate. Many factors including the foods we eat before bedtime affect our sleep patterns and make it difficult to enjoy a goodnight’s sleep.

1. Caffeine

According to a study conducted by the Journal of Clinical Sleep Foundation, 400 mg of caffeine taken 0, 3, or even 6 hours before bedtime significantly disrupts sleep. Even at 6 hours, caffeine reduces sleep by more than 1 hour. This degree of sleep loss, if experienced over multiple nights, may have detrimental effects on daytime function.

2. Ice Cream

Eating ice cream before going to bed can be a bad habit for your overall health. Ice creams are generally a source of high sugar which can have a negative impact on your digestive health. Ice cream contains an abundance of sugar, calories and additives that can have detrimental effects on your digestive system.

3. Spicy Foods

Including spicy foods in your dinner plate should be avoided as they are known to cause indigestion and also worsen the symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux. According to Healthline, as we lie down to go to sleep, these spicy food-related symptoms can become worse, as the acid may travel into the oesophagus, irritating. This can keep you awake at night and lead to sleep disturbances.

4. High Glycemic Acid Foods

Foods that are generally high in glycemic acids are responsible for triggering blood sugar levels. Foods such as white bread, sweets, and foods with high amounts of added sugars should be avoided before going to bed.

5. Fatty Foods

Fatty foods are sources that contain large amounts of saturated fat and include fried chicken and fatty meats, which may contribute to poor sleep. According to various studies, greater fat intake, especially saturated fat, may negatively affect your sleep pattern.

 

(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)

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