ZOE Science & Nutrition Should you avoid late-night snacks? - The Big IF Dailies
Oct 22, 2022
Late-night snacking might not be as guilty as we think! Discover how what you eat matters more than when you eat it. Insights from a nutritional scientist shed light on health risks linked to evening munching, including impacts on weight and heart health. Learn how individual chronotypes influence late-night cravings and metabolism. Plus, get practical tips for healthier snacking and fascinating details from a groundbreaking clinical study on intermittent fasting!
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Timing Matters
- Snacking frequency matters less than timing.
- Late-night snacking, even in moderation, increases health risks.
Circadian Rhythm Disruption
- Late-night snacking disrupts the body clock.
- This disruption negatively affects health.
Chronotype Influence
- Late-night snacking can increase hunger the next day.
- Individual responses vary based on chronotype (early bird vs. night owl).