Late Night Eating Raises Risk For Heart Disease and Diabetes

A new study has suggested that eating late at night can increase the triglycerides (blood fats) level and disrupt the body’s biological clock, thus heightening the risk of heart diseases and diabetes. Poor mealtimes incapacitate the body to process triglycerides and excessive triglycerides can clog the arteries and inflame the pancreas.

The study examined triglycerides levels in rats that were fed at different times of the day.

Results showed that there was a dramatic spike in triglycerides levels when they ate at the start of their rest period, as compared to when they were fed just before they became active.

Similarly, for humans, delayed mealtimes cause the body to store carbohydrates which can lead to weight gain, high blood sugar and insulin levels – all risk factors for diabetes.