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Here are 5 nighttime habits that might be disrupting your body’s metabolism, and thus making you fatter. You’re not getting enough sleep Sleep is one factor that affects all aspects of our health, so it should come as no surprise that it plays a role in weight gain and loss. Failure to get adequate amounts of sleep affects your body in four major ways that contribute to weight gain
- It slows down your metabolism.
- It makes you feel hungry.
- It increases your cortisol level.
- It makes you too tired to exercise.
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Always eat a light dinner that consists mainly of proteins and vegetables. You go to bed right after dinner When you sleep right after having your dinner, your body accumulates more fat cells. You also become susceptible to digestive problems. Always try to eat your last meal of the day 1.5 to 2 hours before bed. Also, take a bath, meditate, or engage in breathing exercises to relax your body before going to bed. You Eat While Watching TV It is normal to want to relax at night after the day’s work, One of the ways most people do this is by watching TV. If you watch TV at night, try not to eat while doing so. This is because watching TV and eating causes your brain to multitask. Studies have shown that when your brain is in “multitask” mode, it misses certain satiety cues, making you overeat. You choose the wrong late-night snack It is not wrong to indulge in some snacks before bed to reduce hunger pangs. But be mindful of the snacks you choose. Ensure your snack is light – low in fat and sugar. High-fat snacks can make it difficult for your body to digest food, while high-sugar foods can disrupt your blood sugar levels, causing you to wake up hungry in the middle of the night. This is a recipe for disaster if you are trying to control your weight. Featured Image Source: Olatorera
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