India, May 29 -- After dinner, many have the habit of munching on something to satisfy their palate completely. But is it really necessary to eat after dinner, and more importantly, what should you ideally choose that won't disturb your digestion and, in turn, affect your sleep?

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Suvarna Sawant, Chief Dietitian and HoD, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, elaborated on whether eating after dinner can be made healthy, without affecting sleep quality.

She explained, "Generally, if one ensures a nutritious dinner or meal, there is no need to add anything to your post-dinner intake. However, considering most Indian household dinners, eating or drinking something...