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Researchers from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies and the University of California San Diego conducted a study showing that time-restricted eating (TRE) can improve blood sugar control and promote fat loss in adults with metabolic syndrome. Published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the study involved 108 participants who followed either standard nutritional guidance or a combination of that guidance with TRE, where meals were limited to an 8-10 hour window.
Participants using the TRE method, tracked through the myCircadianClock app, saw modest but significant improvements in blood sugar regulation (measured by fasting glucose and HbA1c levels) and a greater reduction in body fat compared to the control group. The results suggest that TRE is a beneficial lifestyle intervention that can be used alongside medications to improve cardiometabolic health, including cholesterol levels and glucose control.
While the study’s findings are promising, particularly for reducing the risk of Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, the researchers emphasize the need for larger, longer-term studies to better understand the full effects of TRE. The innovative use of digital tools, like the mCC app, also points to new possibilities for conducting future large-scale research remotely.
