End-of-year festivities generally bring together hearty dishes, varied desserts and alcoholic drinks. But what many people realize only after going to bed is that these excesses can greatly compromise sleep after dinner.
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Foods high in fat, sugar and refined carbohydrates demand more from the body, precisely when it should be slowing down. This results in restless nights, with frequent awakenings and a feeling of fatigue upon waking.
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To sleep well, it is important to create an environment conducive to sleep, establish a routine, avoid stimulants, and practice relaxing habits.
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A heavy dinner makes rest difficult
A study by the Federal University of Alagoas (UFAL), carried out in 2022, showed that larger nighttime meals increase the number of sleep interruptions. This happens because the metabolism remains accelerated, making it difficult for the body to naturally relax.
According to Sara Giampá, research scientist at Healthtech Biologix, typical dinner foods require greater digestive effort. “The ideal is to have your last meal up to four hours before going to bed, favoring simple proteins and low-fat dishes,” he advises.
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