Youngsters nowadays are known for munching unhealthy snacks throughout the day, especially late at night while binge watching their favourite movies and shows. Even though it is a common practice, we know that it has adverse effects on our health and our sleep cycle.
People with irregular work schedules are the ones most habituated of late-night snacking. Consuming high-carb, unhealthy fat snacks at night can disrupt circadian rhythms and sleep cycles.
Research from Brigham and Women's Hospital reveals that late-night eating increases obesity risk by heightening hunger, reducing calorie burn, and altering fat tissue. Late-night munching may also lead to sleep-disrupting gastrointestinal issues, as noted in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.
Yet, late-night snacking can offer benefits by providing missed nutrients during the day, if you opt for nourishing options like Greek yogurt with berries, whole-grain crackers with hummus, or nuts which can supply essential vitamins and minerals.
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