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In recent years, with the acceleration of the pace of life and the increase of work pressure, people's living habits have undergone a series of changes. Especially when it comes to eating and sleeping, many people have some unhealthy habits, such as eating supper at night and going to bed hungry. So, which is healthier, eating a late-night snack or going to bed hungry?The stark difference in answers was also surprising.
As an experienced veteran TCM practitioner, I will analyze this issue in combination with TCM theories. First of all, we need to understand the TCM view of diet and sleep. In TCM theory, diet is considered to be the foundation for maintaining human health, and sleep is an important part of the body's repair and recovery. Therefore, a healthy diet and sleep regimen is essential for human health.
If we look first at the issue of eating supper. In fact, eating supper has a certain effect on the human body. Because at night, the body's metabolism will slow down, and the food ingested by eating supper is often greasy, which is easy to cause indigestion and increase the burden on the stomach and intestines. Moreover, supper time is generally before going to bed at night, and excessive food intake will cause the gastrointestinal tract to work for a long time and affect the quality of sleep. Therefore, eating late-night snacks for a long time may trigger a series of health problems, such as obesity, indigestion, etc.
And the question of going to bed hungry is also not advisable. Generally speaking, falling asleep on an empty stomach can cause low blood sugar, which can easily cause symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as dizziness and sweating. In addition, falling asleep on an empty stomach can also stimulate increased gastric acid secretion, which can easily cause stomach pain and indigestion. Long-term hungry sleep may also lead to gastrointestinal disorders, and even affect the body's immunity, increasing the risk of disease.
So, how can you stay healthy without eating a late-night snack and going to bed hungry?According to TCM theories, we can refer to some ancient and modern prescriptions to adjust our diet and sleeping habits.
First of all, in the evening diet, we can choose some light and easily digestible foods, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, etc. Avoid excessive amounts of greasy foods and foods high in sugar, especially snacks and high-calorie suppers. In addition, proper walking or light exercise after meals can help boost digestion and metabolism.
Secondly, when it comes to sleep, we should maintain good sleep habits. Going to bed early and waking up early is a lifestyle that Chinese medicine has always advocated. In the evening, before going to bed, you can do some relaxing activities, such as soaking your feet, drinking a glass of warm milk, etc. Avoid stimulant diets and beverages, such as coffee, strong tea, etc., before going to bed to avoid affecting the quality of sleep.
It's important to emphasize that everyone's physical condition and habits are different, so we should vary from person to person when adjusting our eating and sleeping habits. If necessary, you can consult a professional Chinese medicine practitioner for more accurate and scientific guidance.
In summary, eating a late-night snack and going to bed hungry are not healthy choices. We should maintain good health through a reasonable diet and good sleep habits. A proper diet and proper sleep time are essential for good health. Let's embrace a healthy lifestyle, stay away from the bad habits of eating late snacks and falling asleep hungry, and pursue a healthy and beautiful life.
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References: 1The Combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory and Modern Life, Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, html