Explain how consuming most of the calories earlier in the day helps weight loss and atherosclerosis management.

What will be an ideal response?


Consuming most of the calories earlier in the day seems helpful in losing weight and also in managing atherosclerosis. This concept was substantiated by researchers who found that at a similar caloric intake, people who eat a larger meal at breakfast are more likely to lose weight and waistline circumference than those who eat a larger meal for dinner. The large breakfast group was also found to have lower levels of the appetite-increasing hormone ghrelin, indicating that they were more satiated and exhibited a lower desire for snacking throughout the day. Another benefit was a significant decrease in insulin, glucose, and triglyceride levels in the larger breakfast group, and they did not experience the large spike in blood glucose level that occurs after a meal and is believed to increase cardiovascular disease risk.

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