You started to eat healthier and in moderation but it’s bed time and your stomach is growling. You’re tossing in bed because you’re hungry and can’t go to sleep; one of the worse feelings when you want to get some rest. Many diets suggest not eating after certain time, especially to avoid carbohydrates. However, the myth that night eating increases the potential of gaining weight it is just that, a myth. If you eat the right foods in moderation, your body will use the energy from those foods and use this fuel for different functions. During our sleep, our metabolism keeps working but in a much slower rate, therefore it won’t burn calories as fast as it does during the day. You want to avoid heavy foods that will make you feel bloated and uneasy. Here are some examples of foods you can eat and not feel guilty about it:

Protein is an essential macro nutrient that is vital for our bodies to function.

For many people consuming the appropriate amount of protein can be very challenging, especially if they are against meat consumption. The downfall of non-animal protein sources is the lack of all essential amino acids that animal protein contains. According to an online article from NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information), a person who decides to pursue a non-animal protein diet “will need to consume a variety of vegetables, fruits, grains, and legumes to ensure consumption of all essential amino acids.”