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The 7 Best Healthy Late Night Snacks

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1. Tart cherries

Add tart cherries, such as Montmorency, or their juice to your late night snack options.

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2. Banana with almond butter

One small Trusted Source banana and 1 tablespoon (tbsp), or 16 g, of unsweetened almond butterTrusted Source is a tasty 190-calorie pairing that may help you sleep.

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3. Kiwi

Two kiwi fruits contain 84 caloriesTrusted Source, 4 g of fiber, and 142% of the daily value (DV) of vitamin C

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4. Protein smoothie

Eating a protein-rich snack before bed could support muscle repair and help slow down age-related muscle loss, particularly if you exercise routinely.

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5. Goji berries

Goji berries are an antioxidant-rich snack that may promote good sleep. A 5-tbsp serving of these tasty dried berries has 98 calories.

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6. Crackers and cheese

The combo of protein from cheese and carbs from crackers supports steady blood sugar levels and the production of sleep-supporting brain chemicals.

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7. Hot cereal

Just about any cooked whole grain can be combined with milk or other toppings for a healthy late night snack.