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Why is late eating worse?

Eating late at night can disrupt your body's natural circadian rhythm, which influences metabolism. Your body is less efficient at processing sugars and fats when it expects to be resting, leading to more fat storage in the liver. This makes the timing of meals as important as what you eat.

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