03/09/2025
Foods & Drinks to Avoid Before Bedtime
Caffeinated Drinks ☕
Coffee, tea, energy drinks, and even dark chocolate.
Caffeine can stay in your system for 6–8 hours, making it harder to fall asleep.
Spicy Foods 🌶️
Can cause heartburn, acid reflux, or stomach discomfort when lying down.
Heavy, Fatty Meals 🍔🍕
Fried foods, fast food, and rich dishes take longer to digest, which can keep your body active when it should be resting.
Sugary Snacks & Desserts 🍰🍫
Can spike blood sugar and insulin levels, leading to restlessness and even nighttime awakenings.
Alcohol 🍺🍷
May make you drowsy at first, but disrupts REM sleep and can cause dehydration and frequent waking.
Carbonated Drinks & Soda 🥤
Gas and bloating can cause discomfort while lying down.
Red Meat & High-Protein Meals 🥩
Protein is harder to digest, which may keep your body working instead of resting.
Citrus & Acidic Foods 🍊🍍
Can trigger acid reflux or heartburn, especially when lying flat.
Salty Foods 🍟🥨
Excess sodium causes water retention and may increase nighttime thirst or bathroom trips.
✅ Better bedtime snacks instead (if hungry):
A small banana with a little peanut butter
Warm milk or chamomile tea
A handful of almonds or walnuts
Greek yogurt with berries
Oatmeal
