11 Daily Habits of Indians Who Seem to Age Slowly

9. Time meals mindfully and avoid late heavy dinners

Traditional meal patterns often include a heavier lunch and a lighter dinner, helping digestion overnight. Many Indian households finish dinner two to three hours before bed, which supports sleep and metabolic health. A practical routine: eat a satisfying lunch, a light evening vegetable or dal-based meal, and stop eating at least two hours before lying down. If social dinners push timing later occasionally, keep portion small and avoid heavy fried foods close to bedtime. Evidence links late large meals with poorer sleep and metabolic strain. Meal timing that allows digestion before sleep supports stable blood sugar and better sleep. Mindful portions and traditional meals with vegetables and pulses rather than heavy fried or processed items are easier to digest and line up well with aging-friendly metabolic goals.