If you’re the type of person who loves a good midnight snack, you may be wreaking havoc on your quality of sleep without even realizing it. While some foods are okay to eat right before bed, others will make it much more difficult to drift off into a dream state. Here are a few foods to avoid before hitting the hay!

1. Potato chips. Foods that are filled with grease and fat, such as potato chips or French fries, take quite a bit more effort to digest. With your stomach working overtime, it is much more difficult to fall asleep.
2. Ice cream. Think twice before having that bowl of ice cream while watching late night TV. Fatty foods like this are also more difficult to digest, which could lead to you lying awake with cramps and discomfort.
3. Candy. Sugar-packed candies will cause your blood sugar levels to spike, leaving you feeling too restless for rest.
4. Red meat. If you grab a fast food burger on your drive home after a late night, you may not be able to fall asleep once you actually crawl into bed. Red meats like this sit in your stomach much longer than other types of foods, and your body uses a lot more effort to digest them.

9 Things Your Should Never Eat or Drink After 9PM [Bodybuilding.com]
The 5 Worst Types of Foods to Eat Late at Night [Prevention]
The 10 Best and Worst Foods to Eat for Sleep [Fitness]
10 Foods to Avoid Before Bed [Fox News Health]

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Looking for a quick and delicious lunch near Reserve at Garden Oaks? Visit Little Jimmy’s Deli, a popular midday spot known for its thick sandwiches piled high with premium toppings and its authentic gyros filled with flavorful sauces. The sandwich menu is posted right on the wall for easy ordering, and it details all of the possible combinations for everything from breakfast sandwiches to lunchtime creations. Start the day with breakfast tacos, waffles, and bowls of oatmeal with your chosen toppings, or create your own custom sandwich or salad once lunchtime rolls around.

Inside, Little Jimmy’s Deli looks just like your typical independent sandwich spot, but its clean, casual ambiance and modern decor will make you feel comfortable if you choose to dine in or take your food to go. Low prices and friendly service make this spot a crowd favorite!

Little Jimmy’s Deli
3837 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 622-7827
www.littlejimmysdeli.com

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The faster you get your cleaning done, the more time you’ll have to spend time with friends and family. The trick to quick cleaning is to have a system and to stick to it. Set a time limit for each room and you’ll be finished before you know it. Follow these tips for quick and efficient cleaning!

• Keep up with daily cleaning tasks to help maintain your home's tidiness. By doing simple tasks every day, the cleaning will be much easier and not be so overwhelming.
• Use a tote or bucket to keep all your cleaning supplies in. You can bring this from room to room and you won’t need to waste time searching for the supplies you need.
• Use a vacuum to clean all of your floor surfaces. You should also use an extension cord for the vacuum to allow you to reach multiple areas without taking the time to keep plugging it in.
• On your shower walls and door, use a squeegee after every use. This will prevent soap scum and water spots later on.
• Focus on what you are cleaning and cut out anything that might distract you, e.g., your phone and the TV!

13 Tips to Help You Speed-Clean Your Home [Better Homes and Gardens]
Clean Your House in Less Than an Hour [Woman’s Day]
Speed Cleaning: Tips For Fast & Efficient Housekeeping [The Inspired Room]

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