Researchers link early breakfast and longer overnight fasting to lower BMI

8 articles · Updated · Women's Health · Apr 28

The study analyzed over 7,000 German adults aged 40–65, with follow-up on 3,000 participants after five years.
Women with the lowest BMI typically ate breakfast around 7:30 a.m. and maintained a 10.5-hour overnight fast, while delaying breakfast was associated with higher BMI.
Experts note this flexible approach differs from strict intermittent fasting and may also improve sleep, energy, digestion, and cravings by supporting blood sugar and hormone balance.

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