Eating Big Meal Late At Night
Night time eating can be
difficult to avoid, especially if you are feeling stressed. In some cases, it
can even become a disorder, such as night-eating syndrome, a condition that is
particularly prevalent in people who are obese or morbidly obese. In general,
the longer you stay awake, the more prone you are to eating large meals before
bed, which can lead to unpleasant side effects.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.
Also
known as GERD or acid reflux, this condition occurs when the sphincter muscle
at the back of your esophagus does not close properly and stomach contents leak
back into your esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort. It can be
aggravated by eating large meals before bed. Eating triggers acid production
and lying down right after can cause acid to flow back up through your
esophagus. If you are prone to this condition, it is best to wait two to three
hours before going to bed.
Sleeplessness.
A major
drawback of eating large meals before going to bed is disrupted sleep. Once you
eat, your metabolism fires up which makes it difficult to fall asleep and sleep
soundly. Also, lying down with a large amount of food in your stomach can be
uncomfortable. A lack of sleep increases daytime fatigue, interferes with
memory and concentration and increases hunger and your appetite. Do not eat
within two to three hours of your bedtime.
Role in Weight Gain.
Although
pathological night time eating is linked to obesity, the debate about whether
occasional eating before bedtime leads to weight gain rages on. For instance,
in 2009, a mouse-model study conducted by Northwestern University led by
doctoral student, Deanna Arble revealed that eating in the middle of the night
influences weight gain. However, previous studies, including one published in
the journal “Eating Behaviours” in August 2003, found no link between weight
gain and late-night eating. It is possible that the type of calories you
consume - for instance, low-fat protein versus fatty foods - the amount and
your activity level make a difference.
Considerations.
One of
the easiest ways to avoid eating large meals before bed is to go to sleep
earlier. The longer you stay awake the more you are likely to feel peckish and
to give in to temptation for unhealthy foods. If you have difficulty falling
asleep, try going to bed at the same time each night, turning off your computer
and television an hour before bedtime, using white noise such as a fan or
taking a warm bath an hour before going to bed. Finally, if you have been
suffering from compulsive late-night eating and other health problems such as
obesity and sleep apnea, consult your doctor for more advice.
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