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Temporal Eating Patterns and Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review
Zegeye Abebe1,2, Molla Mesele Wassie3, Amy C Reynolds3
1Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, 5042, Australia. abeb0011@flinders.edu.au.
Eating patterns significantly impact colorectal cancer (CRC) risk. A short interval between the last meal and bedtime, and higher meal frequency, especially with unhealthy foods, may increase CRC risk and mortality.
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Science
- Gastroenterology
- Cancer Research
Background:
- Diet quality is known to influence colorectal cancer (CRC) risk.
- Temporal eating patterns (meal frequency, timing, regularity) are increasingly recognized as potential CRC risk factors.
- Current dietary guidelines primarily focus on food composition, not eating timing, for CRC prevention.
Conclusions:
- Temporal eating patterns play a significant role in CRC risk and mortality.
- Specific patterns like high meal frequency and late-night eating warrant further investigation.
- Standardized definitions and detailed 24-hour dietary assessments are needed for future research.
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