How What You Eat Can Influence Your Dreams
Recent studies and expert opinions suggest that the food you eat before bedtime may have a direct impact on the type, intensity, and even the recall of your dreams. Nutritionists and sleep researchers are increasingly exploring how diet influences the brain during sleep, particularly the rapid eye movement (REM) stage, where most dreaming occurs. According to sleep researchers, consuming heavy or spicy meals before bed can trigger vivid or even disturbing dreams. This is because such foods raise body temperature and metabolism, forcing the brain to work harder during rest. An eyewitness report from individuals who ate spicy dinners noted that they were more likely to remember dreams described as “chaotic” or “unsettling.” Similarly, dairy products and high-sugar foods have been linked to more unusual dream patterns. Nutritionists explained that the body’s digestive response to these foods can cause disturbances in sleep cycles, making dreams feel more intense. One reported case highl...