These foods have the ability to disrupt your sleep
Last updated on - Jan 9, 2020, 13:31 ISTShare fbsharetwsharepinshare
31/40French fries
Greasy and high-fat foods are going to trigger heartburn which might not let you sleep in the night. You should be avoiding these foods that are coated in oil.
32/40Soda
Any kind of soda should totally be avoided before you go to bed. Sodas are loaded with lots of caffeine and sugar. And this combination isn't going to get you sleeping anytime soon.
33/40Coffee
It's a no-brainier to know that you're not supposed to have caffeine anytime near to your time of sleeping. It can stimulate the central nervous system many hours after consumption. And if you're very sensitive to caffeine, you should totally avoid it or else be ready to lose your night sleep.
34/40High Sugar Cereals
Consuming high-sugar cereals will only make your blood sugar shoot up and crash. This will affect greatly to your sleep schedules. Hence, choose cereals that are less sugary.
35/40Hot sauce
Just like hot pepper, hot sauces are also something you should avoid during nights. The hot sauces get their heat from chilli peppers which can give you intense heartburn.
36/40Peppermint
Peppermint sure have health benefits but they're definitely not meant for eating before sleeping. People tend to pop some peppermint in their mouths post dinner thinking it'll refresh their breath. But peppermint end up giving heartburn and so you aren't supposed to consume them before bedtime.
37/40Fried chicken
Fried chicken sure is a comfort food but not before you head off to sleep. High-fat foods take longer to digest and can give you a bloated stomach. Indigestion causes sleep issues and so foods like fried chicken should be avoided during night time.
38/40Hot pepper
Any kind of spicy food for that matter shouldn't be consumed in the night as it can trigger heartburn and if you have a sensitive stomach, you'll definitely find it difficult to sleep.
39/40Dried fruits
Dried fruits are good for health but only in moderation. Especially if consumed in the night time, it can bother your stomach and cause gas or cramps which can make it difficult for you to fall asleep. This is because dried fruits contain high-fiber and low water content.
40/40Raw onions
Onions have the ability to build gas in your stomach and also forms acidity that enters back in your esophagus. Raw onions can also potentially give you long-lasting reflux especially to people who suffer from heartburn. Hence, it is advised to avoid onions before bedtime.