Regularly eating late at night has been linked to a higher risk of MASLD and cirrhosis, but it cannot be concluded that this is a direct cause of the disease. It's important to consider not only the timing of meals, but also the quality of food, total energy intake, level of physical activity, and individual metabolic status. - Image: Eating Well
A new study published in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology , which followed nearly 200,000 people for about 16 years, found that those who habitually ate late at night had a higher risk of developing fatty liver disease related to metabolic disorders and cirrhosis.
Scientists believe that the timing of meals can affect liver function, in addition to the type and amount of food consumed.