Friday, April 4, 2008 - 0 Comments
Yes, I say finally. Although it has always been recommended to have at least 3 meals a day and to not skip meals, there hasn't been a study that can really back this up. Now there is!This is a constant battle with my husband who thinks that because he is a mechanic, does a lot of physical work and eats one or two times a day he should be at a better weight and healthier. I know he is not alone in his thinking.
There are two recently published articles referring to the same study at different time frames indicating that having regular feedings is better than having one big meal a day. First, it was observed that, although there was slightly more weight loss in those that had one meal a day, these individuals also had significant increases in total cholesterol, LDL or “bad” cholesterol, and blood pressure.
The second article includes further analysis of the same group and showed that morning fasting blood sugar levels were higher in the “one meal” group. This group also had higher blood sugar levels throughout the day and a delayed response to insulin compared with the “three-meal-a-day” group.
So, are a few more pounds worth getting sick over? I don't think so, and I will surely show this to my husband when he gets home!
Ivelisse, BS, LD/N
Nutrition Specialist
Take Care, Take Control and Enjoy!
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