Time-Restricted Eating

Articles tagged with "Time-Restricted Eating".

4-Hour vs 6-Hour Time-Restricted Feeding: Effects on Sleep and Weight Loss

Tags: Time-Restricted Eating, Sleep Quality, Weight Loss, Intermittent Fasting, Obesity

October 22, 2025

How Do Different Time-Restricted Eating Windows Affect Sleep and Weight Loss?

Comparing 4-hour versus 6-hour time-restricted eating windows reveals that both approaches improve sleep quality and promote weight loss, but with important differences in sustainability and sleep outcomes. This clinical trial found that participants following a 6-hour eating window (such as 12 PM to 6 PM) showed better sleep quality improvements and higher adherence rates compared to those with a 4-hour window, while both groups achieved significant weight loss. The 4-hour group lost slightly more weight (8.2% vs 6.8% body weight) but experienced more sleep disruption initially and had higher dropout rates. The research suggests that moderate time restriction may provide the optimal balance between metabolic benefits and sleep quality maintenance.

Time-Restricted Eating and Sleep: Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Tags: Time-Restricted Eating, Meta-Analysis, Sleep Parameters, Circadian Optimization, Evidence Synthesis

October 22, 2025

What Does Meta-Analysis Evidence Say About Time-Restricted Eating and Sleep?

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials provides definitive evidence that time-restricted eating significantly improves multiple sleep parameters through circadian rhythm optimization, synthesizing data from 18 high-quality studies involving over 1,200 participants. The analysis found that TRE interventions consistently improved sleep quality scores by an average of 19%, reduced sleep onset latency by 14 minutes, and enhanced sleep efficiency by 11% across diverse populations and study designs. The meta-analysis revealed dose-response relationships, with 8-10 hour eating windows providing optimal benefits, and earlier eating cessation times (by 7 PM) associated with greater sleep improvements. The evidence demonstrates that meal timing represents a powerful, modifiable factor for optimizing sleep health through circadian rhythm synchronization.

Time-Restricted Eating Effects on Sleep: Systematic Review of Randomized Trials

Tags: Time-Restricted Eating, Sleep Quality, Systematic Review, Circadian Rhythm, Intermittent Fasting

October 22, 2025

Does Time-Restricted Eating Actually Improve Sleep Quality? Systematic Review Evidence

Time-restricted eating significantly improves sleep quality, sleep onset, and circadian rhythm alignment in adults, this systematic review of randomized controlled trials demonstrates. Analysis of 12 high-quality studies involving over 800 participants found that TRE interventions consistently improved sleep quality scores by 15-25%, reduced sleep onset time by an average of 12 minutes, and enhanced sleep efficiency by 8-12%. The review revealed that eating windows of 8-10 hours, typically ending by early evening, provided optimal sleep benefits through improved circadian rhythm synchronization. The sleep improvements were observed across different populations, including healthy adults, shift workers, and individuals with metabolic disorders, suggesting that meal timing represents a powerful tool for optimizing sleep quality.

Time-Restricted Eating Improves Sleep, Mood, and Quality of Life in Overweight Adults

Tags: Time-Restricted Eating, Sleep Quality, Mood, Quality of Life, Weight Loss

October 22, 2025

How Does Time-Restricted Eating Affect Sleep Quality and Mood?

Time-restricted eating (TRE) with a 14-hour eating window significantly improves sleep quality, mood, and overall quality of life in overweight adults, this 12-week randomized controlled trial demonstrates. Participants who limited their daily eating to a 14-hour period (typically 6 AM to 8 PM) showed marked improvements in sleep efficiency, reduced sleep onset time, and better subjective sleep quality compared to controls eating ad libitum. Additionally, TRE participants experienced significant improvements in mood scores, energy levels, and quality of life measures, along with modest weight loss averaging 3-4% of body weight. The benefits appear to result from better alignment of eating patterns with circadian rhythms and improved metabolic health.