A late dinner shortly before bedtime leads to a sharp increase in insulin in the blood, nutritionist-therapist Olga Lushnikova said in an interview with Izvestia.
The nutritionist noted that the human body is designed to consume most of the calories during the day. At the same time, eating before bedtime, especially in the presence of a large amount of carbohydrates, can lead to an increase in blood insulin levels. In addition, it will affect the quality of sleep, as it will inhibit the production of the hormones melatonin and somatotropin necessary for the body.
Natalia Gridina, a dietitian at the online health management service Budu, noted that for dinner it is best to eat protein-rich foods, vegetables and fruits, as well as cottage cheese and cereals. These foods contain tryptophan, an amino acid responsible for the production of melatonin.
At the same time, Gridina advised to try not to eat more than two hours before bedtime.
Get the latest news today on The Eastern Herald.
