What you eat for dinner is very important for getting a good night's sleep. The "Huangdi Neijing" (The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon) once said, "If the stomach is not harmonious, then sleep will be uneasy." Clinical nutritionists also point out that one of the causes of sleep disorders is eating certain "unsuitable" foods for dinner. So, what exactly should you eat at night to promote sleep, and which foods will keep you awake?
One, Caffeine
Many people know that foods containing caffeine can stimulate the nervous system and have a diuretic effect, making them a common cause of insomnia.
Two, Spicy Foods
In fact, eating spicy foods for dinner is another important factor that affects sleep. Chili peppers, garlic, onions, etc., can cause a burning sensation in the stomach and indigestion, which in turn affects sleep.
Three, Greasy Foods
Greasy foods increase the workload on the intestines, stomach, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, and they stimulate the central nervous system, keeping it in a constant state of work, which can also lead to insomnia.
Four, Foods That Cause Bloating
Some foods produce a lot of gas during digestion, leading to a feeling of bloating and interfering with normal sleep. Examples include beans, Chinese cabbage, onions, corn, and bananas.
Five, Alcohol
Drinking alcohol before bed was once thought by many to promote sleep. However, recent studies have shown that while it may help people fall asleep quickly, it keeps the sleep in a light stage and makes it difficult to enter deep sleep. Therefore, even if people who drink sleep for a long time, they still feel tired upon waking.