May 17, 2025

Times Now Digital, Ashima Sharda Mahindra

​Desi Foods You Must Avoid Eating After 7pm

​Paneer butter masala​

As the name suggests, it has both butter and masala in good quantities, which can lead to heaviness or bloating—thereby affecting your sleep and digestion

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​Pakoras​

​Pakoras are delicious snacks which you should avoid eating after sunset, as they are acidic and can be difficult to digest, which could disrupt your sleep

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​Mutton biryani​

Super delicious and aromatic, not many can resist mutton biryani, but the dish is loaded with calories and fat and having it for dinner would mean a feeling of heaviness and indigestion all night

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​Spicy chicken curry​

​Chicken curry is a popular dish, but having the spicy version at night can lead to severe heartburn. Add to it the copious amount of ghee and oil that Indian dishes come with; spicy food can further cause heart-related issues as well

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​Chole masala​

​Chole or chickpea curry is packed with protein and fibre, however, having it at night can cause indigestion and stomachache in many people

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​Sweets​

​While desserts are a popular concept after dinner, having sweet treats post-meal can hamper the way your body sleeps. It can disrupt the body’s sleep patterns and might make you crave more of it

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​Masala chai​

​Masala chai, or tea, is packed with caffeine, which energizes the body, as it is a good stimulant. Consume chai after 7 pm would hamper not only your sleep, but can also cause acidity and indigestion

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​Rajma masala​

​Made extensively in tomato-based gravy, rajma masala is super delicious but can cause acid reflux or heartburn, particularly when consumed close to bedtime for dinner. It can trigger digestive discomfort, and disrupt your sleep

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​Gol gappe​

One of the most popular street foods in India, gol gappe or pani puri should be avoided in the evenings as it can lead to cause water retention and affect your weight

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