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This snack can help workers sleep, especially those who work on the phone or in long shifts. Photo: Kieu Vu
This snack can help workers sleep, especially those who work on the phone or in long shifts. Photo: Kieu Vu

Workers' sleep is supported by evening snacks

Kiều Vũ (WSS) - báo lao động 20/01/2026 14:05 (GMT+7)

The sleep of workers, especially those with mental illness or long shifts, is very important in recovering health and maintaining work efficiency.

Among the evening snacks, corn burner, if used properly, can help improve sleep naturally and safely.

First of all, whole corn burning (no sugar, no butter) is a food rich in complex carbohydrates. This type of carbohydrate helps the body increase the production of serotonin - a neurotransmitter closely related to relaxation and sleepiness.

When serotonin is converted into melatonin, the body's biological clock will be better regulated, thereby helping workers fall into deep sleep easily.

The time to eat corn burned is also very important. Workers should eat a small amount of corn burned before going to bed for about 1-2 hours. This is enough time for the digestive system to process food without causing a feeling of fullness or discomfort when lying down. Eating too close to bedtime can cause the stomach to work continuously, disrupting the body's resting process.

The way corn is prepared is the decisive factor for its effectiveness. Prioritize self-iningening corn in a pot or hot air blower, minimizing butter, salt and sugar.

Broken corn with a lot of butter or artificial sweetness not only increases calories but also stimulates the nervous system, which is counterproductive to sleep. A little light salt or sprinkle with dried herbs can make the dish more pleasant but still healthy.

Corn-burned hotpot also needs to be controlled. A small bowl of burnt corn (about 23 cups) is enough to create a feeling of light fullness, avoiding night hunger - the reason why many workers have difficulty sleeping or waking up halfway. Eating too much can cause bloating, especially for people who are less active after work.

Corn rot can become an ideal evening snack if workers know how to choose the right time, processing method and portion sizes.

Combining this habit with limiting electronic devices and keeping stable sleep hours will help improve sleep quality, thereby improving health and long-term work efficiency.

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