Walnuts

A rumbling stomach at night is an indication that you need more calories and nutrients. So, aim to eat foods that give you better nutrition.

Walnuts are a good option as it is full of calcium, magnesium, vitamin B, protein and heart-healthy fats like omega-3s. It can also prevent Type 2 diabetes and other cardiometabolic diseases.

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Snacking at bedtime is common

In an ideal situation, we would eat a healthy dinner, followed by something small and sweet. Then in a few hours, we would sleep all night. But the reality is different. We stay up later, eat a small dinner or are hungry without reason, and crave a bedtime snack.

If you know that going with...

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Chocolate-covered nuts

Nuts contain blood-stabilizing proteins and healthy fats. The dark chocolate is just a good amount of sweet.

Dark chocolate does contain some caffeine and may affect you. But if you know your sleep won't be affected, a handful of dark chocolate-covered nuts may be a good option.

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Rice cake with peanut butter

Peanut butter has protein and fat, and rice cakes have carbs.

That trio combination is great for keeping blood sugar balanced throughout the night.

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Banana

Bananas contain potassium, which is a natural muscle relaxant and can help you fall asleep. They also contain tryptophan, which can aid in a restful night's sleep.

Bananas contain natural sugar that have less effects on your blood sugar than refined sugars.

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Greek yoghurt with almonds and berries

Having something carb-based, protein-based, and fat-based before bed helps to stabilise the blood sugar and keeps your body from waking during the night.

Greek yoghurt with almonds and berries has a balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat. The carbs are in the berries and yoghurt, the pro...

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How to avoid bedtime hunger

Consuming sufficient amounts of calories can help to prevent getting hungry before bed.

Don't wait until dinner to eat two-thirds of your food. Instead, aim to eat 30 grams of protein at your main meals and three to five servings of cruciferous or high-fibre vegetables at l...

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