The Timing of Your Meals Could Be Just as Important as What You Eat

Key Takeaways

Eating meals in sync with your circadian rhythm may help improve sleep, blood sugar, and overall metabolic health.

Shortening your daily eating window to 10–11 hours may support weight management and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Avoiding late-night meals can lower nighttime blood glucose levels.

Maintaining balanced meals can be difficult with busy schedules, long commutes, and family obligations. Many people struggle to eat nutritious meals throughout the day or skip them altogether in favor of a larger dinner later on.

When you eat may be just as important as what you eat. Research suggests that meal timing could play a role in disease prevention and weight management—a concept known as “chrononutrition.”

When You Eat Could Matter as Much as What You Eat

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