Study Links Irregular Weekend Meal Timing to Increased Cardiovascular Risk in Men
A recent study involving over 100,000 adults in France suggests that inconsistent meal timing between weekdays and weekends, dubbed 'eating jet lag,' may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, particularly in men. Researchers found that for every additional hour of difference in meal timing, men faced a 14% higher risk of cardiovascular disease and a 21% higher risk of coronary heart disease. These associations remained significant even after accounting for factors like diet quality, bedtime, total sleep time, and social jet lag. The study, which followed participants for an average of 8.1 years, highlights the growing focus in nutrition research on the connection between eating patterns and circadian rhythms. While the findings were statistically significant for men, they were not for women, possibly due to men generally having a higher absolute risk of cardiovascular events. This observational study does not establish causation but indicates a strong correlation. 
