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Economic Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Economic Times
Can late-night snacks speed up your metabolism? Experts reveal the surprising truth
Will late-night snacks speed up my metabolism? Live Events What happens when you eat just before bed? What's the healthier way to stay fit? FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The internet is full of tips on how to "burn calories" while sleeping, and many claim it's as simple as eating a protein snack before bed. Is there any truth to this? Dietitians and researchers are debunking myths about late-night eating, metabolism, and why what you do throughout the day is truly certain foods right before bed will not magically increase your metabolism or help you lose weight while sleeping. In fact, it can disturb sleep and cause acid reflux. According to experts, long-term habits such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep are far more important for metabolism than a bedtime on social media have described how eating specific foods, such as protein-rich foods, right before bed can "boost your metabolism," which in this context appears to be a euphemism for assisting in rapid weight Nadeau, RD, a dietitian, discusses our current understanding of foods that increase a few small studies suggest that eating protein right before bed may help increase metabolism and aid in the recovery from a workout, experts say there is much more evidence that eating anything right before bed is bad for your health Although it has been demonstrated that other foods, such as hot peppers, caffeine, and unrefined carbohydrates found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, can momentarily increase metabolism, none of them are especially good at doing so while you're asleep, according to Nadeau."It's much more important for metabolism to work on long-term health strategies like building muscle, staying active, getting quality sleep and prioritizing a nutrient-dense balanced diet," she right before bed not only doesn't provide the health advantages that some people say it does, but it can also negatively affect other aspects of your health, which can make it harder to metabolize food and lose to Nadeau, there are no foods that can speed up metabolism before bed. "In fact, eating close to bedtime can increase your odds of experiencing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and can impact your sleep."According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, the esophageal sphincter is a tube that carries food to the stomach before closing to prevent the regurgitation of stomach that sphincter relaxes, food and stomach acid can push back up through the opening, causing GERD. Gravity increases the likelihood that the contents of your stomach will rise when you lie down too soon after who wear smart watches or rings may observe that eating right before bed causes their sleep scores to Cleveland Clinic recommends stopping food two to three hours before lying down and going to bed in order to prevent both kinds of is one exception, though: people with type 1 diabetes who are on insulin or another medication may occasionally need to eat a snack before bed in order to prevent or treat low blood sugar. Experts advise seeing a doctor if this becomes a regular best way to stay healthy, according to experts, is to concentrate on eating a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, and healthy fats; staying active; and adopting healthy lifestyle really; there is no magic food that increases metabolism while you promote better sleep and digestion, stop eating 2-3 hours before bedtime.
Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Bruins mock draft: One educated guess as to how GM Don Sweeney will use Boston's seven selections
'It's such a big jump for a lot of these kids. Some of them aren't physically or mentally ready to handle the grind and the pressure of playing in the National Hockey League. And while in each draft there tends to be sometimes one, two, or three players that we feel could make that jump, we're certainly more focused on where they're going to be in 3, 5, 7, 10 years.' Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Nadeau said 'it's a little wide open' at the top of the draft, and added, 'There's a lot of good players, and I think we're going to be excited with the player that we're going to be looking at when we get up to pick at 7, if in fact that's the pick we make.' Advertisement For the purposes of this exercise, we'll assume Sweeney, Nadeau & Co. make all their selections. Advertisement First round (No. 7 overall): Porter Martone, RW, Brampton (Ontario Hockey League) It might be a bit of stretch to think the 6-foot-3-inch, 208-pound Martone could slip to seventh, but there is an abundance of talented centers in this class, allowing a winger to drop a bit. Martone plays a mature, physical game. After a 98-point season, he had a well-documented spin with Team Canada at the World Championship. That's a nice introduction to the big time. Second round (No. 51): Vojtech Cihar, LW, HC Energie Karlovy Vary (Czechia) Cihar's numbers won't blow you away (4 goals, 9 points in 43 games), but it's important to note the 18-year-old played against pros. He's a speedy and relentless forechecker who will staple himself to opponents' hips. In other words, a real pest. Cihar (6 feet, 181 pounds) has energy for days. Second round (No. 61): Carter Klippenstein, C, Brandon (Western Hockey League) The Bruins land their center here. A highly energetic player with good vision and awareness, the 6-3, 181-pounder has room to grow his body and his game. Klippenstein pays attention to the details and could develop into a solid, responsible 200-foot center. Third round (No. 69): Peyton Kettles, D, Swift Current (WHL) Kettles is a big body (6-5, 190) who plays with the expected physicality and snarl that comes with being a shutdown defenseman. He skates really well for a large man and rarely loses one-on-one battles. Kettles would benefit from some tutorials with Zdeno Chara and Nikita Zadorov. Fourth round (No. 100): Artyom Gonchar, D, Stalnye Lisy Magnitogorsk (Russia) A highly confident puck-mover who makes up for his comparative lack of size (6 feet, 154 pounds) with speed, skill, and savvy. His uncle, Sergei, had a 20-year NHL career that included a brief stay in Boston (2004). Advertisement Fifth round (No. 133): Filip Ekberg, LW, Ottawa (OHL) Seemingly possessing X-ray vision, Ekberg has an uncanny knack for delivering catchable passes to his teammates and putting them in position to be successful. Ekberg (5-10, 168) shined at the World Juniors, collecting 10 goals and 18 points in seven games. Sixth round (No. 165): Noah Laberge, D, Acadie-Bathurst (Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League) Another slick puck mover, the 6-1, 181-pound Laberge is a strong skater who can generate offense (12 goals, 35 points in 63 games for Patrice Bergeron's old junior club). He is solid defensively and won't leave his partner — or goalie — out to dry. Jim McBride can be reached at
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Boost your metabolism while you sleep? Experts break down which bedtime foods might actually work
Despite social media claims, experts refute the idea of eating before bed to boost metabolism or aid weight loss. Research suggests late-night eating can disrupt sleep, increase acid reflux, and hinder weight management efforts. A balanced diet, regular exercise, and sufficient sleep remain the proven strategies for a healthy metabolism, with exceptions for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Eating before bed doesn't boost metabolism How eating late can harm your sleep Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs With social media rife with influencers claiming certain comestibles before bed can be good, scientists continue to rebuke the opinion, maintaining that it's almost never a good idea to indulge in eateries before one goes to on social media claim that eating foods like protein before bed can "boost your metabolism" and help with fast weight loss. The idea sounds like old diet myths from magazines, just with a new twist, as per the Dietitian Jamie Nadeau says we don't have strong proof that these foods actually boost metabolism in your sleep. Some small research studies do say that having protein before bed might help with metabolism and muscle recovery from workouts, according to the report by USA most experts say there's more research showing that eating right before bed is not good for your health. Other foods like hot peppers, caffeine, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes can temporarily raise metabolism, according to the Nadeau clearly says none of these foods are known to raise metabolism while you're sleeping. Instead, she says what really helps metabolism is building muscle, being active, sleeping well, and eating a healthy, balanced diet . So eating before bed doesn't just fail to boost metabolism—it can actually make it harder to lose weight, as stated by a USA Today says eating near bedtime can increase your chances of getting GERD acid reflux. GERD happens when the valve called the esophageal sphincter that normally keeps food and acid in your stomach relaxes. If you lie down too soon after eating, gravity can't help keep food in your stomach, so acid comes back up, as stated by acid coming back up can cause heartburn and disturb your sleep. People who wear smartwatches or smart rings might see lower sleep scores if they eat late. A study from the U.S. Census Bureau data 2003–2018 found that people who eat 30–60 minutes before bed wake up more during the night, as per the report by USA more they ate close to bedtime, the more disturbed their sleep was. To sleep better and avoid stomach problems, the Cleveland Clinic says you should stop eating 2–3 hours before going to bed. But there people with type 1 diabetes can eat before people with type 1 diabetes need a snack before bed to stop their blood sugar from getting too low during the night. But if this happens a lot, they should talk to their doctor to change their treatment. So, if you were hoping for some magic food that melts fat while you sleep—sorry, it doesn't exist, according to the report USA say you should focus on things that are proven to work, like eating a balanced diet and staying active. 'There are no quick fixes,' Nadeau says. The best advice is still to eat fruits, veggies, whole grains, healthy fats, and lean proteins, and move your body, as per experts say you can't boost metabolism while you sleep by eating certain foods. Long-term healthy habits work small studies say protein might help with recovery, but there's no strong proof it boosts metabolism during sleep.
Cision Canada
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
Media Advisory - EV owner completes 15,000-kilometre road trip to the Arctic Ocean
MARKHAM, ON, June 19, 2025 /CNW/ - Next Tuesday, an electric vehicle owner and professional videographer, Mr. Patrick Nadeau, will return from a road trip that took him from Markham, Ontario, to the Arctic Ocean in Tuktoyaktuk, N.W.T. Mr. Nadeau used a stock, 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 for the journey without experiencing any mechanical or charging issues along the way. Media are invited to interview Mr. Nadeau as he reaches the final destination of this unique journey, which is aimed to showcase the possibilities electric vehicles have. What: Departure of "The Hyundai Canada EV Road Trip" When: Thursday, June 24, 2025 – 11:00 a.m. Where: Hyundai Canada Headquarters – 75 Frontenac Dr., Markham, Ontario (exterior, on an expansive lawn and in front of green space). There is a large inventory of video footage and static images available for any interested media who can't join in-person, and interviews may be arranged separate from this event by contacting Jenn or Trevor. Media Contacts: Jenn McCarthy National Manager, Product and Brand PR 416-770-0842 [email protected] Trevor Vandervelde Analyst, Product and Brand PR 416-697-0863 [email protected]
USA Today
17-06-2025
- Health
- USA Today
How much vitamin C should you have every day? Here's what experts recommend.
How much vitamin C should you have every day? Here's what experts recommend. Show Caption Hide Caption How to add more Vitamin C to your diet and everyday routine Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant that can do everything from strengthening cells to improving your hair health. Are you getting enough vitamin C in your daily diet? Vitamin C, also sometimes referred to as L-ascorbic acid, is a vitamin found in foods such as red peppers, oranges, grapefruits, kiwis, broccoli, strawberries and Brussels sprouts, and is also available to consume via a dietary supplement, according to the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS). "Our body doesn't make vitamin C, so it's important to eat vitamin C-rich foods in our diets," says dietitian Jamie Nadeau, RD. Here's how to make sure you're getting enough without overdoing it. How much vitamin C per day? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin C depends on a handful of factors, including age and sex (for adults): 0 to 6 months: 40 mg 40 mg 7 to 12 months: 50 mg 50 mg 1 to 3 years: 15 mg 15 mg 4 to 8 years: 25 mg 25 mg 9 to 13: 45 mg 45 mg 14 to 18 years: 75 mg for men, 65 mg for women 75 mg for men, 65 mg for women 19 years and older: 90 mg for men, 75 mg for women (85 mg when pregnant and 120 mg when lactating) 90 mg for men, 75 mg for women (85 mg when pregnant and 120 mg when lactating) Smokers also need 35 mg more per day compared to nonsmokers For reference, a medium orange contains about 70 mg of vitamin C, so getting in your recommended daily amount is less work than you'd think. Noted: Nearly 1 in 4 Americans is deficient in Vitamin D. How do you know if you're one of them? What does vitamin C do? What is vitamin C good for? But what's the big deal about vitamin C, anyway? Research has shown it to be beneficial to our health in a variety of ways, helping take care of your skin and prevent serious health conditions. In terms of benefits, "vitamin C is essential for normal growth, development and function of our bodies," Nadeau says. "It's needed for forming collagen which is incredibly important for supporting our skin integrity and ligaments. Vitamin C also helps heal wounds, repair cartilage and even aids in the absorption of iron. Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals, which may increase risk of cancer and heart disease." While vitamin C is commonly thought of as a cure to the common cold, research is mixed and doesn't show a strong correlation between consumption and alleviating symptoms faster. But not getting enough vitamin C can cause scurvy (yes, the disease that plagued historical sailors and pirates), a condition that causes fatigue, connective tissue weakness and weakened blood vessels, per the ODS. What vitamins should you take? Why experts say some answers to this are a 'big red flag.' How much vitamin C is too much? While vitamin C does offer health benefits, consuming too much in one day can actually cause health issues, rather than help prevent them. The ODS recommends adults avoid taking more than 2,000 mg of vitamin C in a single day to avoid side effects. "Too much vitamin C can cause diarrhea, stomach ache, heartburn, esophagitis and even kidney stones," Nadeau adds. The good news, Nadeau notes, is that taking too much usually only happens when you take too many vitamin C supplements, rather than just "eating vitamin C through whole foods," which is the preferred method of consumption for most nutrition experts. And toxicity is low, meaning the issues overconsumption could cause are unpleasant but usually not serious, according to the ODS.
