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The role of the molecular circadian clock in human energy homeostasis
How the body's internal clock affects human energy balance
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Abstract
Circadian desynchrony is associated with disrupted food intake, insulin sensitivity, and an increased risk of metabolic disease.
- Mitochondrial oxidative capacity and fat breakdown exhibit circadian patterns in humans.
- Disruption of circadian rhythms may contribute to the development of metabolic diseases.
- Time-targeted feeding strategies can improve body weight loss and glucose tolerance.
- There is growing interest in synchronizing external cues with the circadian clock to enhance metabolic health.
- Further research is needed to understand how circadian regulation affects metabolism across different contexts.
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