Eating before bed?

elly0001
elly0001 Posts: 191
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
how long before bed do u stop eating? Are some foods thought to be better eaten at night (easier to digest or whatever) if so what are they?

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  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    I eat every night before I go to bed. Usually Light popcorn and some grapes. It has not stopped my weight loss. I am a big late night eater so I save numbers so I don't go over. I always add foods before I eat them to make sure,
  • happydayzz
    happydayzz Posts: 64 Member
    I've heard you should stop eating about 2-3 hours before you go to bed. I'm trying to do that, but it's so hard cuz I always get the munchies at the very end lol.
  • SusanMcAvoy
    SusanMcAvoy Posts: 445 Member
    I also eat before bed. I have a yogurt. They say you're not supposed to eat after 7 but I need something in my stomach before bed. Sugar free pudding is good also. Try to stay away from anything heavy. Good luck!
  • Kelly_Wilson1990
    Kelly_Wilson1990 Posts: 3,245 Member
    I eat some protein about 1-2 hours before bed.
  • bjclaywell
    bjclaywell Posts: 165 Member
    I sometimes eat before I go to bed and it hasn't been much of a problem.

    I've seen it recommended on this site by persons much more knowledgable than me that you should eat protein before bed, and less carbs - the protein will help your body repair itself over night as well as keep you full longer (ie - you would hopefully not wake up in the middle of the night gnawing on your arm). :happy:
  • elly0001
    elly0001 Posts: 191
    ok yeah have also heard the 1-2 hour thing i might try that.
  • elly0001
    elly0001 Posts: 191
    I eat some protein about 1-2 hours before bed.

    How does this sound for a pre bed snack?
    Cottage cheese low fat
    Plain natural yogurt
    Decocted coconut
    Mixed frozen berries
    Usually about 100-200 calories
    Is this healthy and ok sounding for before bed??
  • joejccva71
    joejccva71 Posts: 2,985 Member
    You can eat right before you lay down and go to sleep. It doesn't matter that you eat right before bed. It's a myth that was debunked long ago. Meal timing is irrelevant.
  • twilight_princess
    twilight_princess Posts: 270 Member
    If your really hungry then you should just aim to have something small. It may not be best to eat a load of instantly available carbs as they can keep you up, complex carbs, protein or fat based foods would be better.
  • elly0001
    elly0001 Posts: 191
    so many options out there hard to know whats right.. especially when they all make sence! lol
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