Books THESE 5 EVENING ROUTINES WILL LEAD TO UNWANTED BELLY FAT By Jay Fiona April 30, 2024 0 6 Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Must read HDAN CALLS FOR RECONSIDERATION OF DEMOLITIONS IN ABUJA October 31, 2024 PEACE ACCORD SIGNING FOR ONDO STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION SET FOR NOVEMBER 8 October 31, 2024 RIVERS STATE GOVERNMENT ISSUES WARNING ON SUBSTANDARD CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AFTER BUILDING COLLAPSE October 31, 2024 NEITI REPORT REVEALS NIGERIA’S SOLID MINERALS SECTOR CONTRIBUTES ONLY 0.8% TO GDP October 31, 2024 Jay FionaPersonal blog 2 mn read Most of these habits can be changed with minimal effort. Most of these habits can be changed with minimal effort. Before the holidays, discussions about belly fat resurface, seemingly appearing out of nowhere but persisting stubbornly. Here are 5 evening habits that can contribute to feeling bloated: 1. Drinking a glass of milk before bed– Although warm milk is believed to aid sleep due to its tryptophan content, it’s also high in calories. Opting for skim milk doesn’t significantly reduce the calorie intake. Consuming milk before bedtime can lead to quick accumulation of belly fat as the body should be in a regenerative state during sleep, not metabolizing energy. 2. Scrolling through social media– Browsing screens before sleep emits blue light, hindering sleep onset, disrupting circadian rhythms, and suppressing melatonin production. This habit can trigger late-night snacking, and insufficient sleep can cause hormonal imbalances, promoting metabolic disorders and fat accumulation. 3. Consuming coffee too late– Caffeine intake, especially close to bedtime, can disrupt sleep patterns, negatively affecting weight management. According to research, consuming coffee up to six hours before bedtime can impair sleep quality, leading to increased ghrelin levels (the hunger hormone) and subsequent weight gain. 4. Watching TV late into the night– Late-night TV viewing disrupts circadian rhythms and encourages nocturnal snacking, often on unhealthy, calorie-rich foods. Additionally, commercial breaks may tempt viewers to indulge in fattening snacks like chips or ice cream, exacerbating the situation. 5. Eating before bed– Consuming food before bedtime disrupts the body’s natural digestive process during sleep, diverting energy away from essential nighttime regeneration tasks. Late-night eating negatively affects glycemic control, metabolism of fats, and can lead to heartburn and indigestion, hindering sleep quality and promoting unhealthy cravings and increased hunger the following day. By making simple adjustments to these evening habits, such as avoiding late-night snacks, limiting screen time before bed, and opting for caffeine-free beverages, individuals can promote better sleep quality and support overall health and weight management goals. Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Previous article10 EXERCISES THAT HELP MAINTAIN MENTAL SHARPNESSNext articleWHY WOMEN’S MENSTRUAL PERIODS SYNC WHEN THEY COHABIT - Advertisement - More articles NCC NABS THREE BOOKSHOP OWNERS IN RIVERS OVER PIRACY September 11, 2024 NSE INAUGURATES DATA ANALYTICS, SOFTWARE TRAINING FOR YOUNG ENGINEERS September 11, 2024 “WAEC Announces Procedures for Accessing 2024 Examination Results” August 16, 2024 Leave a reply Cancel reply Comment: Please enter your comment! Name:* Please enter your name here Email:* You have entered an incorrect email address! Please enter your email address here Website: Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. - Advertisement - Latest article HDAN CALLS FOR RECONSIDERATION OF DEMOLITIONS IN ABUJA October 31, 2024 PEACE ACCORD SIGNING FOR ONDO STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION SET FOR NOVEMBER 8 October 31, 2024 RIVERS STATE GOVERNMENT ISSUES WARNING ON SUBSTANDARD CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AFTER BUILDING COLLAPSE October 31, 2024 NEITI REPORT REVEALS NIGERIA’S SOLID MINERALS SECTOR CONTRIBUTES ONLY 0.8% TO GDP October 31, 2024 FOOTBALL ARGUMENT TURNS DEADLY IN UGANDA: MAN KILLED OVER ARSENAL MATCH CELEBRATIONS October 31, 2024