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Six foods you should definitely avoid before going to bed

It is very important to consider what should be eaten or not eaten during the night. Read on to know what you should NOT eat before going to bed.

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  • May 26, 2021, 10:35 PM IST

Many people get hungry during the night. In such a situation, they eat whatever they get. If you do this too, be careful, because doing so can be a threat to your health. It is very important to consider what should be eaten or what should not be eaten during the night. Read on to know what you should NOT eat before going to bed.

Disclaimer - The information given in the news is based on general beliefs. Therefore, before implementing it, please consult your doctor or nutritionist.

1. Junk food

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If you eat junk food at night, then stop doing so as it can spoil your sleep. Eating high fat food such as pizza before bed will not only increase weight, but can also cause problems like heartburn. It can trigger acid reflux, especially when eaten close to bedtime. Even if you don't feel 'heartburn,' this reflux can cause you to awaken partially from sleep and leave you tired the next day.

2. Chocolates

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High levels of caffeine in chocolate make it a poor choice for late-night snacking. During the latter stages of sleep, caffeine consumption can cause rapid eye movement (REM) to occur more frequently, which is why you're more likely to feel groggy the morning after the night before.

3. Ice cream

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We all know that consuming too much sugar can have a negative impact on our health, but did you know it can also affect our sleep? Late night snacking on ice cream can lead to increased cortisol levels, which is the stress hormone that can make it difficult to fall asleep.

4. Chips

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If you feel hungry at night, it is easy to quickly finish the packet of chips, but the easier the chips are to eat, the more difficult it is to digest them at night. Processed food contains a large amount of glutamate, which can cause sleep disturbances.

5. Tea

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Overall, it's not bad to drink tea at night or before bedtime. Some teas contain ingredients that reduce stress and aid restful sleep. This varies depending on which type of tea you take, and the quantity. However, all tea contain caffeine. This is one of the main reasons you may find it difficult to sleep. Reducing caffeine before sleeping is always going to facilitate better sleep.

6. Sweets

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Sweets should not be eaten before bed because it contains a lot of calories. This can also result in increased weight and at the same time, it becomes difficult to sleep when you have eaten sweets.

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