Breakfast Timing Affects Risk of Early Death and Heart Disease
A new study based on NHANES data reveals that delaying the first meal increases the risk of early death and shortens lifespan.
A comprehensive study has revealed that delaying the day's first meal until the afternoon significantly increases the risk of early death and heart disease.
Scope of the Research
In the study conducted using data from the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), thousands of individuals over the age of 40 were monitored for 10 years.
Meal Times and Increased Risk
Compared to those who have their first meal between 07:00 and 08:00 in the morning, the risk of early death gradually increases in those who delay breakfast.
Effect of Afternoon Breakfast
While the risk increases between 10 and 19 percent for those who postpone breakfast to late morning, this rate rises to 29 percent for those who leave their first meal until the afternoon.
Heart Health and Lifespan
It was determined that individuals who postpone their first meal to the afternoon have a 46 percent higher risk of dying from heart diseases.
Biological Rhythm and Metabolism
Dr. Zhilei Shan, who led the research, emphasized that eating late disrupts the body's biological rhythm.
Expert Warnings
Experts remind that the study is based on observational data and that a doctor should definitely be consulted before making drastic dietary changes.