00:00Health experts reveal the five worst nighttime snacks that prevent quality sleep.
00:06Spicy food?
00:07Spicy, acidic, and fatty foods before bed irritate digestion, triggering heartburn and reflux that disrupt sleep, including chilies and sauces.
00:17Deep fried foods?
00:19High-fat, salty fried snacks before bed cause bloating and discomfort, prolong sleep onset, reduce efficiency, and increase nighttime awakenings.
00:28Ice cream?
00:30Ice cream's fat slows digestion and sugar spikes blood glucose, causing discomfort and disrupting sleep onset and maintenance at bedtime.
00:39High-fiber vegetables?
00:41Large portions of insoluble fiber vegetables and legumes before bed can cause gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, and disturb restful sleep.
00:50Candy?
00:52Simple sugar candies cause blood glucose spikes and crashes, increasing restlessness, awakenings, nightmares, and overall poorer sleep quality and duration.
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