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Eating n bed

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BigBertha1 Thu 15-Jul-21 22:11:07

Does anyonene else enjoy a nibble once in bed for the night? I love a bit of chocolate. Green and Black's Almond tonight...is it just me. Teeth cleaning before settling to sleep of course

Rosycheeks Sat 17-Jul-21 16:18:37

When I was in hospital waiting to have my ankle fused I wasnt allowed to eat anything before my op. It was a ward for day surgery only so when they brought the patients back the nurses were saying would you like some tea and toast it smelt so delicious I was so hungry. When I came back after op I had 4 slices and tea. I have never had toast in bed that was as good as that nectar of the gods.

debgaga Sat 17-Jul-21 15:47:50

I’m disgusting I know, because I occasionally eat buttered toast and marmalade in bed and sometimes even cheese and onion crisps or custard creams.Luckily I sleep with Paddington bear so he’s happy about it.

arum Sat 17-Jul-21 15:36:56

Savvy

Whats the 16:8 diet?

Savvy, it is what is known as Intermittent Fasting. Some do a 12 hour fast, and eat up to 3 meals in the other 12 hours. Others do a 16 hour fast, and eat 2 meals during the remaining 8 hours, or one can do a 24 hour fast (also known as OMAD = One Meal A Day). This helps with keeping the blood sugar in check, and is useful for controlling weight. By alternating the fasting periods, the body is kept guessing whether we are in feasting or fasting mode, so does not store the food for "hard times".

CBBL Sat 17-Jul-21 15:20:15

Nope. Never eat in bed! I have water at my bedside - but that's all!

FannyCornforth Sat 17-Jul-21 15:02:21

Lucca
I must say that I’ve only ever heard the crisp version, never the flatulence one
But this has got a certain ring;
‘I wouldn’t kick him out of bed for eating lasagne’

Greciangirl Sat 17-Jul-21 15:01:42

Definitely a NO from me.

I have a job getting comfortable with a book, let alone a tray of food.

Also, once ensconced in bed, it seems like too much trouble to get up and brush teeth.
I have stopped having my hot chocolate in bed for that reason.
I now drink it before bed and then brush teeth afterwards.

Lucca Sat 17-Jul-21 14:39:36

Harmonypuss

@Lucca

We used to say about somebody fanciable “I wouldn’t kick him out of bed for eating crisps”

The original saying is:

"I wouldn't kick him out of bed for FARTING"

but I guess eating crisps is a good replacement ?

Who says it’s the original ..!?

Kali2 Sat 17-Jul-21 14:36:07

Never- my bed is for very specific purposes, one of them is sleeping. NO food, NO tv- and don't even read in bed.

Missiseff Sat 17-Jul-21 14:33:42

No, never

Nagmad2016 Sat 17-Jul-21 14:29:06

I never eat in bed but I was at a friend's house once when the dog came down from upstairs with a half eaten cheeseburger in his mouth. Busted!!?

annifrance Sat 17-Jul-21 13:56:37

Hate it, even if I am ill. But I cannot get out of bed without a cup or three of tea. Delivered to my by DH on a tray with teapot, strainer and milk jug. At least the day starts well.

hugshelp Sat 17-Jul-21 13:41:11

No, can't bear it. (for me and my bed, find for anyone that likes it)

Pedwards Sat 17-Jul-21 13:18:15

?sounds like a fun house to live in

Harmonypuss Sat 17-Jul-21 13:13:21

@Lucca

We used to say about somebody fanciable “I wouldn’t kick him out of bed for eating crisps”

The original saying is:

"I wouldn't kick him out of bed for FARTING"

but I guess eating crisps is a good replacement ?

Harris27 Sat 17-Jul-21 13:10:08

I take a glass of wine to bed. That and a good book.

SueDonim Sat 17-Jul-21 13:02:56

God, no. I can’t bear eating in bed. The only time I’ve done it is if I’ve been too ill to get up or when I had severe morning sickness.

DanniRae Sat 17-Jul-21 12:59:07

Oh you are awful Granny1810 (as Dick Emery used to say grin)

Granny1810 Sat 17-Jul-21 12:43:15

I do like a nibble in bed ?

MissAdventure Sat 17-Jul-21 12:30:43

You'll have to be poorly, then make a miraculous recovery. smile

Riggie Sat 17-Jul-21 12:27:54

My husband happily brings me a cuppa in bed in the mornings (sometimes two if I have a long lie in) smile, I'd love a piece of toast too, but he moans if I eat in the bed!! The only time it's "allowed" is if I am poorly.

Bea65 Sat 17-Jul-21 12:23:13

Love it when my daughter visits and on bdays ..she brings me coffee and a warm croissant or a pancake..such a treat..

loopylindy Sat 17-Jul-21 12:21:35

16hrs fasting. Eat all your food in the other 8hrs

Tinydancer Sat 17-Jul-21 12:20:23

My earlier comment was in reply to Miss Adventure. The burger prised from mother's hand. I thought I'd clicked reply.

Pippa22 Sat 17-Jul-21 12:13:26

Without disclosing too much about myself the only thing I like to do in bed is sleep…

NanaPlenty Sat 17-Jul-21 12:13:19

Only if I’m unwell and someone makes it for me !