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Introduction
Most cautionary tales don't start in the kitchen—but this one does. A man who frequently left his contact lenses in overnight found himself paying the price with his vision. But what does that have to do with food? More than you'd think.
Late-night snacking and falling asleep with contact lenses are both habits that creep up slowly and become dangerous when ignored. So, we’ve combined health awareness with a delicious, safe, and soothing bedtime recipe you can enjoy after you take your lenses out. This is a “sleep-friendly” snack that won’t keep you awake—and neither will the guilt of ignoring good eye hygiene.
Tonight, eat smart and see clearly tomorrow.
Ingredients:
(Makes 2 servings)
1 ripe banana
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1/4 cup rolled oats
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp natural peanut butter
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp honey (optional)
Pinch of sea salt
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Prepare Before Bedtime: About an hour before sleep, remove your contact lenses and store them in a clean case with fresh solution. Let this be your signal to prepare your nighttime snack.
Mash the Banana: In a small bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth.
Mix the Ingredients: In a saucepan over low heat, add almond milk, oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
Add Banana and Peanut Butter: Stir in the mashed banana and peanut butter. Continue to heat, stirring gently, until mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
Taste and Adjust: Add honey if you want it sweeter. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Serve Warm: Enjoy in a small bowl or mug with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chopped nuts on top.
Serving and Storage Tips:
Serving: Best served warm about 30–60 minutes before sleep.
Storage: Can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of milk if needed.
Batch Option: Triple the ingredients to make a ready-to-heat portion for each night of the workweek.
Variations:
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