How was your last night sleep? Did you face hard time to dive into sleep? There are many reasons that causes insomnia, but you should also consider the fact that some foods intake even keep you awake at night. What you eat, how much, and most importantly, when you eat, may all contribute to the quality of your sleep, say the researchers.
The nine foodstuffs often associated with insomnia include:
- Bacon
- Cheese
- Sugar and sweet foods
- Ham
- Tomatoes
- Caffeinated drinks
- Large amounts of any liquids
- Any greasy foods
- Spicy foods
Caffeine is best avoided from two to six hours before bed time. Nicotine. Like caffeine, nicotine is a stimulant, so smoking before bed time is not recommended.
The tradition of a ”nightcap” before bed time also causes sleepless nights. Alcohol is a sedative, so you’ll probably sleep better for an hour or so. However, specialists warn that the body processes alcohol quickly, so the effect soon wears off. This means remaining rest can be fragmented. You’ll wake up frequently. Best is to avoid alcohol for at least two hours before retiring.
Other fluids. Avoid drinking too much of anything shortly before bed time as doing so increases the likelihood that you’ll have to get up during the night to urinate.
