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If You Want Better Sleep, Avoid the Late-Night Snack

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If You Want Better Sleep, Avoid the Late-Night Snack
Your body doesn't store food for later, it digests it all right away in a process that can keep you awake.DC Studio/Shutterstock
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When you settle into a movie or watch your favorite team play, you might want to hold off on the snacks. It’s not so much about the extra calories but about how it could impact sleep.

Eating in the evening doesn’t help you sleep, even if it makes you feel tired. A big dinner at 8 p.m. will likely lead to tossing and turning until 4 a.m. Even a snack can hold you back from getting some good shuteye.

Mat Lecompte
Mat Lecompte
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Starting as a journalist over 10 years ago, Mat has not only honed his belief system and approach with practical experience, but he has also worked closely with nutritionists, dieticians, athletes, and fitness professionals. He embraces natural healing methods and believes that diet, exercise and willpower are the foundation of a healthy, happy, and drug-free existence.
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