Late-Night Meals Linked to Higher Liver Disease Risk
A study led by Oregon Health & Science University analyzed nearly 200,000 people. It found that those who ate after dinner or after bedtime had a 20% to 30% higher rate of fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.
The study, led by Oregon Health & Science University, examined nearly 200,000 people. It found that those who ate after their evening meal or after going to bed had a 20% to 30% higher rate of fatty liver disease and cirrhosis. The topic sits within nutrition research on how when people eat may relate to health, not only what they eat.
This finding could raise awareness among people who regularly eat late, especially those already concerned about liver health. It may encourage discussions with clinicians about meal timing and could influence future nutrition guidance. Because the summary does not prove cause, any societal impact may be gradual and cautious.