Stop Eating 3 Hours Before Bed for Deeper Sleep
Stop eating at least 3 hours before bed to improve sleep onset, reduce awakenings, and enhance overall sleep efficiency.
- Eating close to bedtime delays falling asleep by elevating body temperature.
- Nighttime snacks decrease time in restorative deep sleep stages.
| Claim | Scientific Observation | Impact Magnitude | Source | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eating within 3-4 hours of bedtime | Disrupts sleep onset and quality | Poorer sleep architecture and duration | Sleep Medicine Reviews (2024) | ||
| Late-night snacks | Increase core body temperature | Interferes with sleep initiation | Sleep Medicine Reviews (2024) | ||
| Night-time eating | Linked to more awakenings | Reduced deep sleep | Sleep Medicine Reviews (2024) | ||
| Restricting intake 4+ hours before bed | Improves sleep efficiency | Reduces insomnia symptoms | Sleep Medicine Reviews (2024) |