The optimal time for dinner varies among individuals, but having it
earlier in the evening, before sunset, is generally beneficial for digestion and overall
health.
Early dinners promote digestion, allowing sufficient time for food
processing before sleep, reducing indigestion risk. Well-digested meals potentially enhance
sleep quality.
Early dinners help weight management by extending calorie metabolism
time and minimizing excess storage. They also deter late-night snacking, promoting better weight
control.
Having dinner before sunset aids diabetics and at-risk individuals. It
enhances blood sugar management and reduces sudden high sugar spikes in type 2 diabetes.
Our internal clock, the circadian rhythm, impacts metabolism. Aligning
meals with these rhythms, which decelerate post-sunset, aids in better hormone and metabolic
regulation.
Younger people with higher calorie needs for growth and activity may not
gain as from early dinners. Ensuring proper nutrition and consulting a pediatrician is
essential.