Nigella Lawson confesses to controversial bedroom habit – but it may be risking her health
TV chef Nigella Lawson has been a regular feature on our screens for years, but the iconic cook recently caused a stir by revealing her one very strange bedroom habit involving food, and health experts have warned that the activity could put her at risk.
Speaking to the Times in a recent interview, Nigella confessed that she is 'very pro eating in bed' and that she eats "absolutely anything in bed except something that needs a knife and fork. It has to be either fingers or a spoon."
However, her strange habit might come back to bite her as leading health experts have warned that eating whilst lying down can have serious health risks.
In an article published in the Daily Mirror last month, sleep expert Dr Deborah Lee said that while she understands the comfort and enjoyment of jumping into bed to enjoy some food, it can pose some health risks, saying: "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."
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She added: "It’s not just about the annoyance of crumbs, it’s a potential health hazard. Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a harmful bacteria often found on cockroaches and their droppings, can even end up on your pyjamas or clothing. Imagine transferring this onto your bed!"
The habit, which is thought to be practiced by roughly 1 in 7 Brits also has a reported impact on your digestive system, causing bloating and even acid reflux in some cases.
Experts also warned that the bad habit can lead to psychological problems connected to your sleep, saying that eating in the place that you sleep can be harmful, as your body needs to see the bedroom as a place to rest, not eat.
Beginning her career as a journalist, Nigella eventually decided to change paths and take up cooking after learning from her mum as a child. She quickly shot to fame thanks to her many cookery books and much-loved tv series showing off some of her iconic recipes.