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Meal Frequency

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health-and-wellness1 year ago

"10 Meals a Day: A Surprising Strategy for Weight Loss and Health"

Contrary to the traditional three-meals-a-day approach, experts suggest that eating up to 10 smaller meals a day could be beneficial for health, particularly for those with stomach issues. Smaller portion sizes aid digestion and may assist in weight loss, provided that calorie intake is managed. However, it's important to focus on the quality of the food consumed, as frequent meals often consist of processed foods lacking essential nutrients. While eating three meals a day can support metabolism, a 2019 NIH report suggests that consuming six or more meals daily may increase disease risk. Ultimately, the impact of meal frequency on health remains neutral, with both approaches offering benefits when followed consistently.

health2 years ago

"Timing Your Breakfast: A Key Factor in Reducing Diabetes Risk"

Eating breakfast after 9 a.m. increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 59% compared to those who eat breakfast before 8 a.m., according to a study that followed over 100,000 participants for seven years. The research highlights the importance of meal timing in disease prevention, showing that not only what we eat but also when we eat it can impact our risk of diabetes. Late breakfasts and dinners after 10 p.m. were associated with higher risk, while eating more frequently (about five times a day) and having an early breakfast and dinner were linked to lower disease incidence. Chrononutrition, which considers the association between diet, circadian rhythms, and health, may be a valuable approach to prevent type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases.