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Food for Thought: Diet Tips for Better Sleep
1. Avoid eating a large meal at least 2 to 3 hours before sleeping.
2. The effects of alcohol and caffeine (even in small amounts) usually lasts 4 to 6 hours so be aware of consumption several hours before bedtime.
3. if you do snack before bed (it's hard to sleep with a growling stomach) choose snacks with some combination of healthy carbohydrates and tryptophan-containing proteins like crackers and peanut butter or a small turkey sandwich on whole-grain bread.
4. If you find yourself suffering from heartburn or other reflux-related issues like GERD at night, consider keeping a food diary to help identify what foods you should avoid in the evenings.
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