The production of silk originates in China in the Neolithic (Yangshao culture, 4th millennium BCE). Silk remained confined to China until the Silk Road opened at some point during the later half of the first millennium BCE.
Shift work eating tips:Whole grain, carbohydrate-based and low-fat foods tend to make us sleepy, which makes them an excellent choice for a meal before bed. Protein-rich foods keep us alert, which makes them a good choice for meals and snacks eaten during an evening or night shift.
The first out of the worst foods to eat before bed that I want to list out here is chicken meat. Protein in chicken will be counterproductive if you consume this food at night right before going to bed. Human digestion is supposed to slow by 50% while you are sleeping.