Eating in bed can attract unwanted guests and lead to health risks

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Experts have advised against eating in bed (Image: Getty Images) Eating in bed may seem like a harmless indulgence, but one sleep expert has issued a stark warning against this habit, citing three key reasons why it should be avoided. Research reveals that one in seven people in the UK enjoy their takeaways in bed.

However, sleep experts at MattressNextDay have now warned that this common practice could invite a host of unwelcome guests and compromise your health in more ways than one. One unpleasant consequence of eating in bed could be the attraction of bugs to your room. The experts said: "We know it can be tempting to cuddle up in bed and watch Netflix 's latest offerings with your local takeaway's finest pizza.

"However, pizza boxes, leftover takeaway chicken, and the like can attract flies, ants, and even cockroaches. It's not just about the annoyance of crumbs, it's a potential health hazard. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.

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