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Effects of chrononutrition on aging and lifespan
How Timing of Eating Affects Aging and Lifespan
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Abstract
Time-restricted eating within a 4-12 hour window may improve cardiometabolic health and healthspan metrics.
- Alternate-day fasting and the 5:2 diet also show potential benefits for health and longevity based on various studies.
- Observational studies indicate a U-shaped relationship between eating window duration and mortality risk, with an increased risk associated with ≤8 hour windows.
- Aligning nutrient intake—such as carbohydrates, proteins, and antioxidants—with the body's natural circadian rhythms may further enhance health.
- Irregular meal patterns, skipping breakfast, late-night eating, and frequent meals are linked to aging-related diseases and increased mortality risk.
- Circadian clocks, nutrient-sensing pathways, and gut microbiota may play roles in how feeding patterns affect health outcomes.
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