7 Bedtime Mistakes That Make Us Gain Weight At Night
Seeing extra pounds on the scale not only leads to frustration but may also cause many health problems. According to research, being overweight increases your risk of dying prematurely. However, the answer to sudden weight gain may be found in your evening routine. If you’re aware of the reasons behind the pounds you’re gaining, you can take precautions, and choose a healthier way of living.
Bright Side has gathered the most common bedtime mistakes that eventually lead to weight gain. Forewarned is forearmed, they say. Let’s go through the list together and try not to make them again!
1. Late night snacks
We all know about the rule of not eating after 6 p.m., but it doesn’t stop us from late dinners or midnight snacks. However, studies remind us that eating late leads to weight gain. Additionally, it may increase cholesterol, insulin levels, and negatively affect our hormonal markers. Remember that if your calorie intake is much bigger than what you’re burning, it eventually leads to weight gain.
2. Drinking coffee late at night
Drinking coffee late in the evening not only harms your sleep, but the latest you should consume caffeine is 6 hours before going to bed. Scientists also link the consumption of chlorogenic acid, found in coffee, to weight gain. Try to substitute coffee with herbal tea or, even better, with warm water.
3. Not getting enough sleep
A healthy amount of sleep is about 7-8 hours per night, but if it’s less than this on a daily basis, that’s when many health problems begin. Studies have proven that there’s a link between sleep deprivation and negative changes in metabolism. Another decisive factor might be that not having enough sleep leads to fatigue and, therefore, less physical activity.
4. Lack of exercise
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