Caffeine, a stimulant that can interfere with falling asleep and disturb sleep patterns, is found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks. At least 4-6 hours before bedtime, stay away from these beverages.
Spicy or highly spiced foods might give you heartburn, indigestion, and pain when you're lying down, making it hard to get to sleep or stay asleep.
Foods with a lot of fat may also lead to acid reflux and indigestion, which can also be sleep-inducing.
Foods high in sugar can trigger blood sugar spikes and crashes, which can cause insomnia and frequent awakenings.
Tyramine, a substance that can cause the release of norepinephrine, a brain stimulant, and interact with sleep, is present in a number of foods. So avoid it.