10 Food to Avoid in Dinner for Better Sleep

Avoid coffee, tea, and energy drinks that contain caffeine, as it can interfere with falling asleep and reduce the overall quality of sleep.

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Spicy dishes can cause indigestion and heartburn, which may disrupt sleep and cause discomfort.

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High-fat meals can take longer to digest, leading to discomfort and potentially disrupting sleep.

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Foods that are heavy and greasy can lead to indigestion and may cause discomfort during the night.

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Although alcohol may initially make you feel drowsy, it can disrupt your sleep cycle and lead to fragmented and less restful sleep.

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Eating a large meal close to bedtime can overstimulate the digestive system, making it harder to fall asleep comfortably.

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Consuming sugary items before bed can cause blood sugar spikes and crashes, leading to difficulty falling and staying asleep.

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Processed foods often contain additives and preservatives that can disrupt sleep and lead to discomfort.

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10 Food to Avoid in Dinner for Better Sleep

Avoid coffee, tea, and energy drinks that contain caffeine, as it can interfere with falling asleep and reduce the overall quality of sleep.

Caffeinated Beverages

Spicy dishes can cause indigestion and heartburn, which may disrupt sleep and cause discomfort.

Spicy Foods

High-fat meals can take longer to digest, leading to discomfort and potentially disrupting sleep.

Fatty Foods

Foods that are heavy and greasy can lead to indigestion and may cause discomfort during the night.

Heavy, Greasy Foods

Although alcohol may initially make you feel drowsy, it can disrupt your sleep cycle and lead to fragmented and less restful sleep.

Alcohol

Eating a large meal close to bedtime can overstimulate the digestive system, making it harder to fall asleep comfortably.

Large Meals

Consuming sugary items before bed can cause blood sugar spikes and crashes, leading to difficulty falling and staying asleep.

Sugary Foods and Drinks

Processed foods often contain additives and preservatives that can disrupt sleep and lead to discomfort.

Highly Processed Foods

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