Certainly, it is recommended to consume fruits daily! Be careful, some are however not recommended in the evening. This is especially the case if you have digestive problems. Top Health takes stock.
The foods you eat in dinner have a considerable impact on the sleep. Some are not recommended for their properties stimulatingothers for their misdeeds on the digestion and still others for their charge caloric.
This is the case for some fruits. Certainly, they are recommended by our health authorities. There banana is also known to promote sleep. However, others could well scare away the sandman. Explanations.
“The problem is their acidity”
” Contrary to popular belief, it is not so much their vitamin C content that is the problem, if it is considered energizing, it does not prevent you from falling asleepdetails us nutritionist Raphaël Grumanauthor of I treat myself with mesonutrients (ed. Leduc.S). The problem is their acidity, as they can cause uncomfortable reflux when lying down.“.
Some fruits are also too caloric, difficult to digest or too rich in water (which may make you want to urinate all night!
We also remind you that to have a good night’s sleep, it is recommended to limit meat, coffee, alcohol and sodas in the evening. Not only are they particularly exciting, but also very rich in fat for some people. The saying that you should eat like a king in the morning, like a prince at noon, and like a pauper in the evening, takes on its full meaning here. Digestion should not be long in the evening. If you go to bed after eating a heavy, greasy meal, don’t expect to fall asleep easily.
Most of sleeping troubles would be due to bad habits that may seem harmless to you, but which will be responsible for your lack of rest.
Top Health Reviews in pictures the fruits to avoid The evening. Be careful not to misunderstand. They remain recommended on a daily basis to stay healthy by filling up with fibre.
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The strawberries
“People called colopaths, that is to say those who have sensitivities in the colon, should avoid fruits that contain small seeds that are difficult to digest”, warns the nutritionist. He cites in particular strawberries and also raspberries. These seeds present in these fruits are fibers and they tend to irritate the intestine.
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kiwi fruit
Contrary to popular belief, it is not because of their incredible vitamin C content that kiwis are not recommended in the evening. This property does not prevent sleep, according to our expert. Like strawberries, they also contain small seeds that can irritate the intestines and therefore interfere with sleep.
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The melon
Whether it’s melon or watermelon, fruits that are too rich in water should be limited in the evening. “They are said to be diuretics and increase the volume of urine. They are not recommended for people who have difficulty retaining themselves,” warns Raphaël Gruman. This is a source of irritation for your bladder. A few drops of urine or the frequent urge to urinate are enough to compromise the quality of sleep. During the day, and especially in summer, they are still very recommended to fight against dehydration.
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The tomato
The tomato releases tyramine, an amino acid that promotes the creation of norepinephrine, a substance that increases brain activity and therefore prevents rapid sleep.
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pecan nuts
Pecans are among the most caloric fruits: 100 grams represent 739 calories. They should therefore be consumed in moderation. In the evening, it is recommended to limit products with too many calories: dinner does not precede energy expenditure and is taken before bedtime. You will then tend to store more of what you consume in the evening.
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raw fruit
In general, the nutritionist advises not to consume raw fruit in excess in the evening. “Raw fruit can generate reflux, so it is best to eat it cooked or in the form of compote”, notes Raphaël Gruman. The same will be true for vegetables. Raw fruits and vegetables are difficult to digest because they contain a lot of fiber.