Late-Night Eating: Why It's Harmful & How It Affects Your Body

• Pooja Makhija explains late-night eating's harm is linked to the melatonin hormone, which increases before sleep.
• During high melatonin levels, insulin sensitivity drops by 50%, causing blood glucose to rise 34% more than usual after eating.
• A meal eaten at 10 PM leads to rapid blood sugar spikes and fat accumulation, unlike the same meal consumed at 7 PM.
• Health experts advise consuming more calories earlier in the day, with a heavier breakfast/lunch and a light, early dinner.
• Eating according to the body's biological clock improves metabolism, aids weight control, and ensures better sleep and overall health.

Why It Matters: Avoid late-night eating to maintain stable blood sugar, prevent fat accumulation, and improve overall health.