No Late Night Eating

Late-night eating refers to consuming food close to bedtime, typically within 2-3 hours of going to sleep. This practice can disrupt numerous physiological processes and negatively impact health outcomes. When you eat late at night, your body must divert energy to digestion when it would otherwise be focusing on repair, recovery, and cellular maintenance. This can interfere with sleep quality, as the digestive system remains active when it should be resting. Late-night eating has been associated with poorer sleep, increased risk of acid reflux and heartburn, disrupted circadian rhythms, impaired glucose metabolism, and potentially weight gain. The body's ability to process glucose is naturally lower in the evening, meaning the same meal consumed at night may cause a higher blood sugar response than if eaten earlier. Additionally, eating close to bedtime can trigger the release of insulin and other hormones that may interfere with the natural sleep cycle. Establishing a consistent eating schedule with an earlier dinner and avoiding snacks before bed can help optimize sleep quality, digestion, and overall metabolic health.