Midnight Snacks: The Awful Side-Effects Of Late Night Munch
Midnight snacking may not be of any particular problem if done occasionally. However, if you make it as a habit along with excessive quantities and eating particular foods, it may cause serious long-term effects on your health and overall well-being.
Namni Goel, the lead author of a research conducted by the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, says that:
"Eating later can promote a negative profile of weight, energy and hormone markers - such as higher glucose and insulin, which are implicated in diabetes, and cholesterol and triglycerides, which are linked with cardiovascular problems and other health conditions."
Detailed Reasons Why You Should Avoid The Habit Of Eating Late At Night
Unhealthy Weight Gain
Poor Digestion
Late dinner has been found to be significantly linked to gastric issues This is because of the excessive acid in the stomach which is caused by poorly digested food. Due to this, it is recommended that you should eat your dinner regularly at an earlier time for you to be able to have a leisurely walk and avoid going straight to bed as it can trigger acid reflux and other gastroesophageal reflux diseases (GERD) symptoms.
It Affects Your Memory And Concentration Levels
Increased Blood Pressure
It Is Linked To Eating Disorders
Disturbed Sleep
An investigation in 2015 had revealed that the gastric discomfort caused by the snacks makes the participants more prone to bizarre dreams.
So, How To Stop Eating Late At Night?
- Make sure you eat balanced dinner – consisting of healthy proteins, fats, and carbohydrates by 7:00-7:30 p.m. in order for you to keep satiated and give you better control over cravings until you fall asleep.
- Avoid buying junk foods so that you won’t go looking for it.
- If you are going to bed well past 10:00 p.m., you may enjoy a couple slices of apple or a few almonds an hour before bedtime to keep your stomach from rumbling when you’re trying to fall asleep.
- Have a relaxing, calming bedtime routine every day to minimize the stress that only worsens your food cravings for comfort foods.
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