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Bristol Post
Bristol Post
Health
Emma Grimshaw

Expert shares fruit that can 'ruin sleep quality' before bed

People who struggle with restless nights know that there are many hacks you can try to reduce the likelihood of having a bad sleep. Everyone should avoid caffeine as the day grows later, and some even say keeping your window open helps you drift off into a deeper sleep.

But lots of people do not realise that the food they eat can also impact how soundly they sleep. Experts at sleepjunkie.com say a common fruit many of us enjoy at any hour of the day, could be contributing to restless nights.

A spokesperson at sleepjunkie.com said: “Bananas are a superfood that can be enjoyed pretty much any time of the day. However, eating them too close to bedtime can contribute to a restless night's sleep and stimulate vivid dreams or nightmares.

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