Does eating late affect sleep?
My work hours are quite demanding, so I often find myself eating dinner very late, sometimes almost at midnight. I've been struggling with insomnia lately. Could eating late at night be affecting my sleep?
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4 months ago
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Eating too close to bedtime can trigger acid reflux and disrupt sleep cycles. Consulting a doctor is ideal if you have chronic sleep issues, as it could be something else.
4 months ago
Try having a cup of warm chamomile tea or fennel water if you eat late. But if you have constant chest burning or sleeplessness, please go see a doctor.
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4 months ago
My son used to have dinner very late and then complain of nightmares and restlessness. Once we shifted his meal time to 8 PM, he started sleeping much better.
4 months ago
With my thyroid, late meals completely ruin my digestion and sleep. It is very important to get regular thyroid tests and consult your doctor to manage this.
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4 months ago
Simply keep a gap of at least two hours between your dinner and bedtime. Also, avoid heavy tea or coffee after 6 PM and you will sleep much better.