Did you know that some foods we have at home can be great routine allies? The orange, for example, is a fruit rich in vitamins, fibers and nutrients that also help us to have a great night's sleep, as well as when we are trying to lose weight.
According to nutritionist Lilian Barros, in an interview with the portal NIT, this delicious fruit has a high melatonin content, the so-called sleep hormone, which influences our biological clock.
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So, just keeping a healthy eating habit before bed, the person can sleep better and wake up less often at night. Understand how and why orange consumption close to bedtime is extremely suitable for those who have insomnia!
Why does orange help you sleep better?
Some people believe that eating the fruit before bed is bad for health. However, orange can contribute positively to the organism when consumed at night.
In addition to melatonin, the nutritionist points out that the positive influence of oranges is also related to “its high antioxidant capacity and its serotonin and folate content”.
To take advantage of the many benefits of orange before going to bed, it is better to eat the fruit than to opt for the juice, even if it is made entirely with orange.
What is a consensus among nutritionists is that the dinner cannot be a heavy meal with fatty and spicy foods.
The ideal is to have a lighter and more balanced diet composed of foods like oranges that contribute to well-being during the night.
How does orange help to lose weight?
Likewise, orange is one of those foods that help improve sleep and can be a component of food focused on losing weight.
It is rich in fiber, vitamin C and water. In addition, the fact that the fruit offers a great night's sleep also stimulates the body in the slimming process.
The nutritionist explains that when we sleep well, the body feels better and we have more appetite control and correct eating times.
This organization is essential to control weight. When that doesn't happen, "the probability of having uncontrolled hunger attacks and choosing foods that are not nutritionally rich is higher".
Finally, orange has positive characteristics to compose the diet of Brazilians and can be part of the last meal of the day.
