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Chrononutrition has the ability to impact the internal body clock, that is, the circadian rhythm, and eventually the metabolic health of an individual.   |  Photo Credit: iStock Images

New Delhi: Experts say that an individual is what he or she eats; and now in continuation to it, they feel that an individual is also defined by when he or she eats. The nutritional value of everyday meals makes a huge difference in defining health parameters like body weight, metabolism, and eventually the risk of chronic diseases; however, getting a grip of chrononutrition could be the key to handling it all well.

Chrononutrition refers to a form of nutrition adjusted to suit an individuals biological clock. It involves eating the right type and quantity of food at specific hours during the day while keeping the lifestyle in mind. This study of how meal timing impacts health has three important aspects to look into:

How does chrononutrition impact metabolism?

Chrononutrition has the ability to impact the internal body clock, that is, the circadian rhythm, and eventually the metabolic health of an individual. This is reflected in markers like blood pressure, body fat, body mass index, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Experts say that irregular eating patterns with poorly distributed calorie intake for the day are linked to a high risk of metabolic disorders and accumulation of body fat over time a state known as metabolic syndrome.

In a 2015 study, experts monitored the meal timings of healthy adults over a three-week period. They noticed that eating patterns varied significantly between weekdays and weekends with people eating later on weekends. This shift to a longer, late eating window on weekends was termed as metabolic jet lag, a state that can have serious repercussions over time.

Later, a 2016 study conducted on women with a healthy BMI discovered that a regular meal pattern involving three whole meals and three snacks was linked to less hunger and better insulin sensitivity as opposed to an erratic meal pattern comprising the same amount of calories. This also explains why people working night shifts suffer from metabolic disorders even if they do not eat more calories.

Is there a way to beat metabolic jet lag?

As it turns out, there are some simple ways to beat the metabolic jet lag to eventually reduce the risk of disorders.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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