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The night‐eating syndrome and obesity
Night-eating habits linked to obesity
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Abstract
The night-eating syndrome (NES) is associated with higher prevalence among weight-related populations compared to the general community.
- NES is characterized by increased late-night eating, insomnia, depressed mood, and distress.
- The relationship between NES and obesity remains unclear due to varying diagnostic criteria and diverse study populations.
- Not all individuals with NES experience weight gain, indicating that susceptibility may vary.
- Surgical and behavioral treatments have shown success in reducing symptoms of NES.
- Research linking obesity with circadian imbalances supports a potential connection between NES and obesity.
- Circadian genes may contribute to the development of NES.
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