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Health Tips: Do not accidentally eat ‘this’ food after 5 pm; Otherwise health may deteriorate
Samira Vishwas | July 13, 2026 8:24 PM CST

  • Do not accidentally eat ‘this’ food after 5 pm
  • Otherwise health may deteriorate
  • What foods to eat?

After a long day of running, many people eat whatever they can find in the evening or at night when they are hungry. But according to nutritionists, certain foods eaten in the evening can put extra stress on the digestive system. It can lead to indigestion, acidity, sleep disturbance, bloating and weight gain. So it is advised to eat light, balanced and easily digestible food after 5 pm. According to research, eating late and heavy meals can negatively affect digestion and sleep quality. So, know what foods should not be eaten after 5 pm.

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Fried and oily foods

Bhaji, samosas, french fries or other fried foods take longer to digest. This can lead to increased acidity, heaviness and indigestion at night.

More spicy food

Eating too much spicy food can cause heartburn, acid reflux and stomach upset. It makes it difficult to sleep peacefully at night.

Sweets and sweets

Cakes, pastries, sweets or foods high in sugar can quickly raise blood sugar levels. It can affect sleep and weight.

Caffeinated beverages

Avoid consuming tea, coffee, energy drinks or too much chocolate after evening. Caffeine makes the brain more active and delays sleep.

Heavy and spicy food

Excessive spices, cheese or fatty foods can stress digestion at night. Due to this, heaviness can be felt even in the morning.

Carbonated and sugary drinks

Soft drinks or carbonated drinks lead to bloating, gas and excess calorie intake. So it is more beneficial to avoid these drinks at night.

Overly processed snacks

Chips, snacks, packaged snacks and foods high in salt deliver extra sodium to the body. This can lead to increased thirst, swelling and adverse health effects.

What foods to eat?

If you feel hungry later in the evening, it is better to choose fruits, soup, boiled vegetables, a handful of dry fruits or a light protein diet. Also taking dinner at least two to three hours before going to bed and eating in quantity is considered beneficial for health.

Note – This article is written for general information only and does not claim to be a cure of any kind. Consult your doctor before taking any remedy.

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