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Late night snacking can impact negatively on your health in numerous ways; it can cause weight gain due to excess calories being consumed at a time when our bodies are burning fewer calories. It can also cause acid reflux and heartburn, insomnia and has even been linked with oesophageal cancer.
There are several tips you can use to curb late night snacking.
Eat often and consistently during the day to prevent a drop in blood sugar, which can cause cravings at night. Boost the amount of protein and fiber you have in your dinner to keep you feeling fuller longer. Set a sleep alarm for two hours after dinner. Cortisol levels drop as night time falls, but rise again if we sleep too late, which cause an increased can urge to snack. If you must snack, pick healthy options such as fruit and nuts, popcorn and yoghurt. If a thing had to be named after you, what would that thing be? (and why)
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