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Eating late at night isn’t necessarily unhealthy if you know how to make healthy food choices, according to Insider.
A 2015 study found that the habit of maintaining an evening snack with healthy foods can be good for blood pressure and weight. However, people should try to eat about 1 hour before going to bed to give the body time to digest.
Here are 5 healthy, easy-to-find dishes that are suitable for late-night meals as suggested by nutritionist Eleana Kaidanian, working in New York state, USA.
1. Plain Greek Yogurt.
Greek yogurt contains a lot of protein, calcium, especially probiotics. These are probiotics, which help the body build a healthy gut microbiome, providing many benefits for the digestive system and immunity.
2. Cherry .
Cherries are high in melatonin (a hormone that helps regulate sleep-wake cycles) which may help people sleep better when eaten at night, says Kaidanian.
3. Fresh soybeans .
Soybeans are a great source of protein, fiber and antioxidants but contain very few calories, making them a great snack for dinner. Steaming or boiling this bean not only helps to retain the most nutrients, but also keeps the calories steady.
4. Dried or roasted nuts.
Walnuts, chickpeas or chestnuts are good sources of healthy fats, proteins, vitamins (vitamin A, vitamin E, B6,…) and minerals (calcium, iron, magnesium, etc.) ). What’s more, most of them are easy to maintain and can be kept at home, making them a simple choice for a late night snack.
However, these nuts are quite high in calories, people should be careful not to eat too much in the evening.
5. Oatmeal .
Oats are a high-fiber, low-cholesterol cereal that helps control blood sugar, making it a great choice for a late-night snack. Kaidanian suggests that people can cook oats with water and add chia seeds to increase flavor and nutritional content.
