Whether you can sleep well at night is very much dependent on what you ate for dinner. 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 (sleep foods), and which foods will cause you to lie awake at night?
One: Caffeine
Many people know that foods containing caffeine can stimulate the nervous system and have a diuretic effect, which is 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. They also stimulate the central nervous system, keeping it in a state of constant activity, which can also lead to insomnia.
Four: Foods that Cause Bloating
Some foods produce a significant amount of gas during digestion, leading to a feeling of bloating that can interfere 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 research has shown that while it can help people fall asleep quickly, it keeps the sleep state in the light sleep stage, making it difficult to enter deep sleep. Therefore, even if people who drink alcohol sleep for a long time, they still feel tired upon waking.