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What happens to your body when you eat a heavy dinner?

Since the metabolism slows down at night, heavy meal eaten by you may not be digested properly, and the body will store extra calories as fat. Here are some other terrible things that happen to your body when you eat a heavy dinner.

Written by Longjam Dineshwori | Published : January 10, 2021 11:20 PM IST

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Heavy Meals

Eating dinner early will help your system digest food better, promote weight loss, lower your blood sugar and reduce risk of diseases. On the other hand, eating a late dinner can lead to weight gain and high blood sugar levels, according to a study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Therefore, experts recommend eating the last meal of the day before 7 p.m. It is also advisable to keep your dinner light. Since the metabolism slows down at night, heavy meal eaten by you may not be digested properly, and the body will store extra calories as fat. Here are some terrible things that happen to your body when you eat a heavy dinner.

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Gastritis

Gastrointestinal Disease: If you continuously eat large meals at night, your digestion can decline and over time it can lead to gastrointestinal disease, gastritis, gastric ulcers, enteritis, constipation, and even colon cancer.

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Improves Heart Health

Increased heart rate: When you overeat, your heart has to work harder than normal, which can result in an increased heart rate. Eating can also cause an increase in blood pressure. Eating high-calorie meals after 6 P.M. can significantly increase the risk for high blood pressure and high blood sugar levels that can lead to type 2 diabetes, said a study reported at the American Heart Association’s 2019 annual meeting. Also Read - JN.1 COVID-19 Variant Now Dominant In USA, Country Battles Worst COVID Wave Since Omicron

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Good Night's Sleep

Everyone benefits from a good night's sleep in terms of feeling rested and prepared for the day, but those who battle depression may feel these effects more keenly.