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This can cause:
increased heart rate
elevated nighttime blood pressure
heavy digestion
disrupted deep sleep
Specialists recommend finishing your last meal at least three hours before bedtime.
If you feel hungry at night, it’s better to choose something light, such as:
a small handful of almonds
a few slices of turkey
a glass of warm milk
These foods don’t overload the body before sleep.
4. Drinking too much water right before bed
Staying hydrated is important, but drinking large amounts of water right before bed can cause problems.
It can lead to waking up multiple times during the night to use the bathroom, a condition known as nocturia.
Each time someone gets up suddenly, the cardiovascular system must quickly adjust to changes in blood pressure.