Feeling overly hungry or out of control around food at night is a common experience for people with ADHD. It’s not a matter of willpower. Most often, this hunger stems from unmet physical or emotional needs.
While eating before bed is often thought of as something to avoid, it’s not inherently unhealthy. Sometimes your body needs nourishment before bed, or perhaps it’s seeking comfort or stimulation. All these reasons to eat are valid. What matters is how it affects your sleep, your energy, and your relationship with food.
You can shift the pattern of night eating without restriction or going to bed hungry by making sure that you are meeting your needs more consistently during the day. These four ADHD-friendly strategies can help nourish your body and reduce nighttime cravings.
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