Recent scientific studies show that our daily habits affect our health much more deeply than we think. In particular, our love for sweets can radically change the quality of our body’s rest. Zamin.uz presents interesting information prepared based on international research.
External calm and internal stress: what did scientists find?
New results of a study published in the International Journal of Psychophysiology (IJP) surprised many. Scientists conducted an interesting experiment with 94 volunteer participants. One group consumed a glucose-rich drink, while the second group only had plain water. The results proved that a person can be deceived subjectively, but the body never lies.
“Conflict” in the nervous system
When a person rests, the parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for recovery, should activate. However, in those who consumed sugar before resting, an unexpected phenomenon was observed:
- The sympathetic system is active: sugar keeps the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for stress and mobilization of resources, in an active state.
- Result: even though a person feels calm subjectively, their body remains in a “combat” state, as if under threat.
Factor that nullifies the effects of massage and meditation
According to the study authors, sugar prevents the body from fully entering the rest mode. This can significantly reduce the benefits of even the most expensive massage treatments or deep meditation practices. In other words, even if you lie on the sofa and rest, your internal systems continue to “run.”
Specialists’ recommendations: what to do for recovery?
If you want to completely relieve yourself from daily fatigue and give your nervous system a true rest, follow these recommendations:
- Pay attention to timing: avoid sweets at least 2–3 hours before rest or sleep.
- Limit sugar: avoid products high in glucose for effective recovery.
- Aim for natural choices: select plain water or calming herbal teas instead of sweet drinks.
Remember, true calmness should be present not only in your thoughts but also in the internal processes of your body.
Dear readers, do you like eating sweets before resting? Have you ever noticed that this habit affects the quality of your rest?
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