A recent study published in an international journal has revealed that eating at specific times not only improves the body’s natural sleep-wake system but also has positive effects on heart and metabolic health.
According to the research, poor cardiometabolic health is linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and non alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Experts say that aligning meal times with the body’s biological clock can offer benefits comparable to traditional calorie reduction dietary strategies.
The study included 39 individuals between the ages of 36 and 75 who were overweight or obese. For seven to seven and a half weeks, one group observed a nightly fasting period of 13 to 16 hours, while the other group continued their usual eating patterns.
The results showed that participants who avoided late night eating experienced significant improvements in heart health. Their nighttime blood pressure decreased by approximately 3.5 percent, while heart rate dropped by 5 percent.
According to experts, these changes reflect a healthy biological rhythm, in which heart rate and blood pressure naturally rise during the day and decrease at night, a pattern associated with better cardiovascular health.
Additionally, improvements were observed in daytime blood sugar control.
The study noted that when participants were given glucose, their pancreas released insulin more effectively, helping maintain balanced blood sugar levels.
Experts conclude that avoiding late night snacks and regulating meal timings can be highly beneficial for overall health, particularly for the heart and blood sugar system.
