Weight loss science
August 04, 2022“In order to lose weight, you need to eat more frequently throughout the day!”
My personal problem with eating all day is that I can’t remember to do it, and I don’t have time each day to eat constantly. So, I thought I would investigate the science of this belief.
.
Where did this idea come from? Culture and early studies.
.
What are the beliefs behind small meals spread out throughout the day?
• Prevents overeating
• Stabilizes blood sugar
• Improves body composition and increases the metabolism
• Helps a person feel full more often
• Keeps energy up throughout the day
.
“While a few studies support these recommendations, others show no significant benefit. In fact, some research suggests it may be more beneficial to stick with three larger meals.”
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones#Meal-frequency-and-athletic-performance
.
“When prioritizing total daily calorie intake, limited evidence suggests that, in athletes, a higher meal frequency may increase performance, support fat loss, and improve body composition.”
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones#Meal-frequency-and-athletic-performance
.
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6520689/
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones#Meal-frequency-and-athletic-