An article on About.com has urged people to give careful consideration to their diets before they go to bed . According to the article, certain foods and drinks can undermine a person’s efforts to get a good night’s sleep. These include anything that has caffeine in it, as it makes the mind more alert. Whilst this may be good for a Monday morning at the office, it’s bad news for bedtime and will prevent restful sleep. The other thing to avoid just before bed-time is food that is very spicy, as this can cause heartburn which is disruptive to sleep. The piece concluded with advice about good food to eat before bed , notwithstanding the fact that the main evening meal is best eaten at least 3 hours before bed time so the body has time to digest it. If a bedtime snack is needed, cherries are an excellent choice. This is because they contain melatonin, which is known for regulating rest, as well as being high in vitamins.
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