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What is an eating window?

An eating window is like a restaurant with limited hours. You only get to eat within a certain time frame, and if you miss it, tough luck! But, if you do make it in time, you can eat all the delicious food you want and still lose weight! It’s like a magical food portal that only opens for a few hours a day, and if you’re lucky enough to get in, you’ll be rewarded with a healthier body. Just make sure to check the hours of operation with your doctor or dietitian first!

Several research trials have investigated the effects of intermittent fasting, including the concept of an eating window. The below  study supports the idea of an eating window for weight loss. 

Title: Time-Restricted Eating in Adults with Obesity: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Authors: Gabel et al.

So, researchers did a study where they gave some people a magical eating window and others were stuck eating like normal people. After 12 weeks, they found that the people with the magic window lost more weight and body fat than the regular people. Plus, their insulin sensitivity and blood pressure improved! It’s like they found the secret to weight loss and better health – a mystical portal that only opens for a few hours a day. Of course, they still need to do more studies to make sure it wasn’t just a fluke, but it’s definitely an exciting discovery!


Dr Kirstey Holland

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