As a Doctor, This Is What I Eat Before Bed — Here’s Why | Dr. Mandell

Most people are told never to eat before bed, but timing and portion change everything. In this video I share why I personally eat half a banana with a small amount of natural peanut or almond butter before sleep, and how this combination may support deeper rest, nighttime metabolic stability, and cardiovascular function. A small amount of carbohydrate paired with healthy fats and protein may help reduce overnight blood sugar dips that can trigger stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which are linked to sleep disruption and increased cardiovascular strain. Bananas provide potassium, vitamin B6, and natural carbohydrates that support serotonin and melatonin pathways, while nuts contain monounsaturated fats, magnesium, plant sterols, and arginine, an amino acid involved in nitric oxide production and vascular relaxation. This is not a heavy snack, it is a small physiological signal that may help the body stay calm, stable, and in repair mode overnight. Research References Sabate J, Oda K, Ros E. Nut consumption and blood lipid levels. Arch Intern Med. 2010, 170(9), 821–827. PMID: 20458090. Ros E. Health benefits of nut consumption. Nutrients. 2010, 2(7), 652–682. PMID: 22254047. St-Onge MP, Mikic A, Pietrolungo CE. Effects of diet on sleep quality. Adv Nutr. 2016, 7(5), 938–949. PMID: 27633109. Peuhkuri K, Sihvola N, Korpela R. Diet promotes sleep duration and quality. Nutr Res. 2012, 32(5), 309–319. PMID: 22652369. Houston M. The role of magnesium in hypertension and cardiovascular disease. J Clin Hypertens. 2011, 13(11), 843–847. PMID: 22051430. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/