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Effects of Time-Restricted Eating on Body Composition, Biomarkers of Metabolism, Inflammation, Circadian System and Oxidative Stress in Overweight and Obesity: An Exploratory Review

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  20 November 2024

Marlene Lages
Affiliation:
ciTechCare - Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic University of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal Laboratory for Integrative and Translational Research in Population Health (ITR), University of Porto, Porto, Portugal EPIUnit - Institute of Public Health, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
Sara Carmo-Silva
Affiliation:
ciTechCare - Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic University of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal Polytechnic University of Coimbra, Lagar dos Cortiços, R. Misericórdia, 3045-093 Coimbra, Portugal H&TRC – Health and Technology Research Center, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra, Rua 5 de Outubro, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal
Renata Barros
Affiliation:
Faculty of Nutrition and Food Science, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal Laboratory for Integrative and Translational Research in Population Health (ITR), University of Porto, Porto, Portugal EPIUnit - Institute of Public Health, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
Maria Pedro Guarino*
Affiliation:
ciTechCare - Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic University of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal ESSLei, School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic University of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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*Correspondence: [email protected]
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Abstract

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Obesity is a chronic, complex and multi-factorial condition with an increasing prevalence worldwide. Irregular eating schedules might be a contributing factor to these numbers through the dysregulation of the circadian system. Time-restricted eating (TRE), an approach that limits eating windows, has been studied as a strategy to treat obesity, aligning eating occasions with metabolic circadian rhythms. This review aims to provide an overview of the impact of TRE protocols on metabolic, inflammatory, oxidative stress, and circadian rhythm biomarkers in people with overweight or obesity. Most studies report significant weight loss following TRE protocols. While glucose levels decreased in nearly all TRE interventions, only a few studies demonstrated statistically significant differences when compared to the control groups. The findings for CRP and TNF-α were inconsistent, with limited significant differences. Changes in lipid profile changes were variable and generally did not reach statistical significance. Both 4-hour and 6-hour TRE interventions significantly reduced 8-isoprostane levels. Additionally, TRE significantly altered clock gene expression, as well as that of genes associated with metabolic regulation in subcutaneous adipose tissue. While the evidence is still inconsistent, limiting eating to a consistent daily window of 8 to 12 hours can improve insulin sensitivity, reduce blood glucose, cholesterol and triglyceride levels and promote weight loss. These effects are likely attributable to both direct metabolic impacts and indirect benefits from weight loss and improved dietary habits. However, data on circadian, inflammatory, and specific metabolic biomarkers remain scarce and occasionally contradictory, highlighting the need for further research on these interventions.

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Review Article
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© The Authors 2024. Published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of The Nutrition Society