Post by UT Southwestern Medical Center

When you eat may be just as important as what you eat. A UT Southwestern study shows the gut has multiple internal clocks – and eating at off-hours can cause them to fall out of sync. This disruption could help explain why people with irregular schedules, such as shift workers or frequent travelers, are more likely to experience gastrointestinal conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome and constipation. The research highlights how consistent meal schedules may improve digestive and metabolic health. https://bit.ly/4vJgtel