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Originally Posted by mrsD
Let me share this tip with you about food and sleeping.
High protein meals before bedtime, can cause insomnia.
Having some complex carbs then instead, helps promote sleep.
This is because carbs help release serotonin which is involved with initiating sleep. (and losing weight).
There is a lot more to this as explained in this article:
Serotonin: What It is and Why It's Important for Weight Loss | Psychology Today
Save the hamburger for breakfast and/or lunch. |
Thank you.
The link says that eating graham crackers or pretzels will help with sleep (25-35 grams of carbohydrates).
I often have a small amount of rice before bed.
M