You can have a snack before bed and not harm your health if you choose the right products, writes the Health.news portal.
Sleep scientists have long concluded that eating late may contribute to weight gain, higher insulin and cholesterol levels, and an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. However, you can still satisfy your hunger before bed if the snack contains less than 200 calories. In addition, there are a number of foods that can help you sleep better.
For a late dinner, doctors recommend salmon and vegetable or avocado and egg salads, pumpkin seed banana puree, sweet potatoes, hummus with raw vegetables, cherry tart and kiwi.
In turn, nutritionists interviewed by HuffPost advise giving preference to protein foods as a late snack. For example, you can mix half a cup of Greek yogurt with a quarter cup of nuts (healthy fats) and high-fiber whole grains (smart carbs).
In addition, cherries, crispbreads with a spoonful of nut butter, and dried fruit are great for a late dinner.