When is the best time to drink milk before bedtime?
Disease description:
I've been having trouble sleeping lately, and I heard that drinking milk before bedtime can help with sleep. May I ask how long before bedtime is most appropriate to drink milk?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Drinking milk as a healthy habit to promote sleep is best done about one hour before bedtime.
Generally, one hour before bedtime is the optimal time to drink milk. This timeframe helps the body better absorb the nutrients in milk, while also avoiding any negative impact on sleep quality that could result from drinking it too late.
Milk contains abundant protein, calcium, and other trace elements. Drinking milk before bedtime can help replenish nutrients required by the body during the night, especially calcium, which is beneficial for bone growth and preventing osteoporosis. The amino acids in milk can promote sleep by helping to relieve mental and muscular tension, thereby improving sleep quality.
In addition, warm milk is more relaxing and beneficial for sleep than cold milk. However, individuals who are lactose intolerant or allergic to milk should avoid drinking it to prevent physical discomfort.
Half an hour to one hour before bedtime is the optimal time for drinking milk, as it both provides essential nutrients and promotes better sleep.
