Good and unhealthy night snacks

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Night snacks are loved by many people because of their convenience and help you avoid feeling sleepy. Snacking at night is not necessarily "bad", but to ensure health, you need to pay attention to choose healthy night food or fat-free night snacks.

If you find yourself craving something while watching late-night TV, pause and ask yourself if you're really hungry. Maybe you're just bored, jittery or ready to stay up all night? But if you're really hungry, don't ignore your body's signals: You'll have a hard time falling asleep with a rumbling stomach or low blood sugar. Choosing the right snacks at night can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better.
Even if you feel nauseous, don't overdo it. Going to bed with a full stomach can lead to heartburn and bloating, making it a lot harder to rest. Instead, aim for a "small meal," ideally one that has some protein and some complex carbs. Follow the article information below to know the good and bad night snacks for your health!

1. Unhealthy night food that you should avoid

Leftover Pizza: It looks appetizing, but anything too greasy can trigger heartburn, especially if you lie down right after enjoying it. A snack with less than 200 calories is much safer. Cheese Bean Burrito: Eating something fatty and spicy isn't a great idea near bedtime. Not only will you not get rid of heartburn, but you'll also end up with uncomfortable bloating thanks to beans (which would make a healthy addition to an earlier evening). French fries: Fat and salt are a bad combination, especially when it's close to bedtime. Plus, french fries are easy to overeat, so what starts out as a small snack can turn into an overabundance that's bad for your mood and your waistline. Cookies and Chocolate: Too much sugar will make you tired. Plus, high sugar can make you feel worse. Ice cream: Fats and sugars can make it difficult to fall back asleep. Accordingly, if you choose a chocolate flavor, you'll get caffeine that you shouldn't have late at night. Sugary Cereals: It's full of empty carbs, so it won't satisfy you in the long run. If you're craving cereal, swap out the fruity, coconut flavor for a low-sugar, high-fiber variety. Soda: You probably already know to stay away from coffee in the early morning hours, but beware of caffeinated tea and sodas. Try to cut out all caffeine at least 6 hours before bed. Carbonated drinks can be a problem even if they don't contain caffeine. Gas bubbles can make you gassy and cause heartburn. While alcohol can make you feel drowsy, it can also make it harder to fall asleep. Watch now: 15 best late night snacks for health

2. Healthy night food

When you get rid of unhealthy foods, add healthy late-night snacks when you feel hungry:
Half Turkish Sandwich: When you want something to eat If it fills you up, then a half sandwich on whole wheat bread is a good choice. Your body digests whole grains more slowly, so you'll feel fuller for longer. In it, turkey has tryptophan, an amino acid that helps you sleep. If you don't like turkey, try peanut butter or almond butter on whole-wheat toast. Nut butters have healthy fats that help raise levels of serotonin, a mood-boosting chemical that helps you relax. Whole-grain crackers with cheese: If you're craving something cheese, try small amounts with a few whole-grain crackers, or eat a small scoop of cheese, the kind that also have tryptophan. Popcorn: As long as it's not submerged in butter or too salty, popcorn is a pretty good choice. It's whole grain and has fiber, so it'll leave you more satisfied than chips and keep you eating for longer. A low-sugar Granola bar: This can be a good substitute for a cookie, as long as you check the nutrition label. Make sure your bar has some protein, fiber, and not too much sugar. Alternatively, you can eat half a banana and a handful of almonds - both are good sources of magnesium, a mineral that can help you cool down. This fruit and nut combo also has some tryptophan.

Greek Yogurt: When you want an ice cream treat, protein-packed Greek yogurt is a better idea. Add to that some cherries or raspberries with melatonin, a hormone that helps you fall asleep. Oatmeal Porridge: This is something more than just breakfast. The warmth in a bowl of porridge can be soothing and the fiber will keep you full for a long time. Besides, oatmeal also has melatonin, which helps promote sleep. Herbal tea: A cup of herbal (caffeinated) tea can help you relax before bed. Try chamomile, passionflower, or valerian. Mint can also be a relaxing option, as long as you don't tend to have heartburn. To ensure health and avoid affecting digestion, choose good snacks and eliminate unhealthy foods. Hope the information in the above article has helped you make a good choice for yourself.

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Reference source: webmd.com