Last time to eat during the day?

Sprmc47
Sprmc47 Posts: 82 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:
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  • Acg67
    Acg67 Posts: 12,142 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Kinda depends, are you a Mogwai by chance?
  • MTBrob
    MTBrob Posts: 513 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Kinda depends, are you a Mogwai by chance?

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  • McBully4
    McBully4 Posts: 1,270 Member
    I eat some cottage cheese every night about 3 mins before I hop in bed.
  • MTBrob
    MTBrob Posts: 513 Member
    But seriously.. There really isn't a time... Its a good practice to at least stop eating about 2 -3 hours before bed time. Those who work out very hard every day will get in the habit of taking some type of lean protein like whey protein and water before bed to give your body some protein to help aid in the repair of damaged muscles.
  • robin52077
    robin52077 Posts: 4,383 Member
    11:59 PM

    only because a minute later is technically the next day....
  • beckajw
    beckajw Posts: 1,728 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Unfortunately, there are reports that will say anything you want them too. Yes, some people said that we shouldn't eat after 7. That was not because our bodies stopped working after 7, but instead because after 7 people tended to sit down in front of the tv and munch mindlessly.

    I eat whenever I am hungry and have never had any issues.

    As long as you are tracking what you are eating, you can eat whatever and whenever you want.
  • whayamean
    whayamean Posts: 50 Member
    I've tried not eating after 8pm and I've tried eating a light snack right before bed and I honestly haven't seen a difference with either. I've eaten a snack of nuts and milk like 30 mins before i went to sleep and still wake up having lost. Everyone is different though as with you day to day diet you just have to tweak what ya eat as it works for you.
  • relucas81
    relucas81 Posts: 76
    The "don't eat after a certain time" rule is a complete myth. While myths can be annoying, what is so sinister about this one is that if you try to follow this foolish rule, you will likely go to bed hungry, be frustrated thinking about all those hours between dinner and breakfast the next day, etc.

    I set aside an evening snack which I have right before bed. This ensures I go to bed full, and gives me something to look forward to after dinner. (Just be sure to brush your teeth!)
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,431 MFP Moderator
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Considering your metabolism never stops (unless you are dead) there is NO reason to have a hard stop. Meal timing and meal frequency are complete irrelevant to weight loss. Eat as often or as late as you want.
  • justal313
    justal313 Posts: 1,375 Member
    There isn't a cutoff time in THE day, just YOUR day. Do not eat more than 2 hours before you go to bed or you will have bad dreams. Perhaps even the dreaded iguana dream. The iguana dream is so terrifiying it will haunt you until your dying day. You will NEVER EVER be the same.
  • Iceman1800
    Iceman1800 Posts: 476
    The "don't eat after a certain time" rule is a complete myth. While myths can be annoying, what is so sinister about this one is that if you try to follow this foolish rule, you will likely go to bed hungry, be frustrated thinking about all those hours between dinner and breakfast the next day, etc.

    I set aside an evening snack which I have right before bed. This ensures I go to bed full, and gives me something to look forward to after dinner. (Just be sure to brush your teeth!)
    right here, 100% correct. Zero scientific evidence that says there are set times you should stop eating. The only reason to avoid certain foods before bed is if they have caused you to experience heartburn.
  • PercivalHackworth
    PercivalHackworth Posts: 1,437 Member
    the time you eat doesn't make a difference. I though avoid to eat too much too late not to feel bloated at night ^^
  • Sprmc47
    Sprmc47 Posts: 82 Member
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  • Sprmc47
    Sprmc47 Posts: 82 Member
    Thank you all, I appreciate the input.
  • DonniesGirl69
    DonniesGirl69 Posts: 644 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Kinda depends, are you a Mogwai by chance?

    Brilliant :laugh:
  • jacksonpt
    jacksonpt Posts: 10,413 Member
    The only reason you should be at all concerned about this is if it affects your quality of sleep. From a weight loss standpoint, it doesn't matter.
  • amybeth83
    amybeth83 Posts: 29 Member
    I've been told that if you can keep about 12 hours between your last meal of the day, and first meal the next day, it helps your body burn more fat. I don't know if this is true, however, I typically try to follow this...if I have my last snack at 9pm, I will have breakfast at 9am the next morning. :)
  • xoyasminxo
    xoyasminxo Posts: 132
    5 hours before bed. 4 is ok, 6 is ideal.
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,431 MFP Moderator
    5 hours before bed. 4 is ok, 6 is ideal.

    Couldn't be further from the truth.
  • TheRealParisLove
    TheRealParisLove Posts: 1,907 Member
    About 2-3 hours before bed is what is recommended. The big issue is to not go to bed right after a big meal because digestion will disrupt sleep. If you are hungry in the evenings, have a light snack. It won't undo your weight loss efforts.
  • LottieLou13
    LottieLou13 Posts: 574 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Kinda depends, are you a Mogwai by chance?

    :heart:
  • LottieLou13
    LottieLou13 Posts: 574 Member
    5 hours before bed. 4 is ok, 6 is ideal.

    Say what? :huh:

    Makes no difference what so ever what time you have your last meal/food before going to bed. If it feels more comfortable (stomach wise) not to eat straight before bed then don't. In so far as metabolism nada
  • CyberEd312
    CyberEd312 Posts: 3,536 Member
    There is no truth to the myth of scheduled meals and when you can't eat past... has long as you hit your caloric intake and macro's you are right on target.... Best of Luck....
  • CyberEd312
    CyberEd312 Posts: 3,536 Member
    About 2-3 hours before bed is what is recommended. The big issue is to not go to bed right after a big meal because digestion will disrupt sleep. If you are hungry in the evenings, have a light snack. It won't undo your weight loss efforts.

    Going to have to disagree, your body has no internal clock on times that it must ingest food, that being said people with acid reflux or some sorta stomach condition that would cause them discomfort if they went to bed on a full stomach should avoid eating at that time but for the rest of us, eat whenever you can get your calories and macro's in.... I have lost a few pounds taking a 500 calorie snack to bed with me every night.... Best of Luck...
  • llkilgore
    llkilgore Posts: 1,169 Member
    Yes, some people said that we shouldn't eat after 7. That was not because our bodies stopped working after 7, but instead because after 7 people tended to sit down in front of the tv and munch mindlessly.

    That's exactly why I routinely schedule a snack for bedtime. Psychologically I have a much easier time resisting the mindless munchies earlier in the evening if I know I'll get to eat again before I sleep. I don't have acid reflux or any other digestive problems, though. If I did, I might not want to eat so late.
  • birdieaz
    birdieaz Posts: 448 Member
    Good thing I didn't know about this magical cut off time because I eat every night until 1 or 2am, being a night owl it would be impossible to stop eating at 7pm. Screw that...I get hungry.
  • theteamarie
    theteamarie Posts: 17 Member
    I generally try to not eat after 7 or 8pm. Not really for any "scientific" reason, mainly because late at night is when I generally tend to want junk food and end up mindlessly eating for no reason. Giving myself a certain time when I can't snack helps me to avoid empty calories and unhealthy choices. Now if I get late night cravings I generally try to make a cup of tea or something
  • Tamisha15
    Tamisha15 Posts: 83 Member
    I not an expert but you should eat according to your activity level. So if after 6p.m. your going to be sitting on the couch watching TV then there is no need to fill your body up on calories you don't plan to use for energy. But if you plan on going to the gym to workout or finished working out you can replace you that energy w/ calories.

    Hope that makes sense and helps :-)

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  • magerum
    magerum Posts: 12,589 Member
    Does anyone know what the scientifically or generally accepted time is that you should not eat past. For instance I remember hearing or reading that you should not eat past 7pm. If that true and if so, if you do eat past that time what problems does that cause? Do you lose less, can your body not process that food as well, etc. I would appreciate any feedback. Also, please feel free to add me, we can all use the support. Thanks, Steve:smile:

    Kinda depends, are you a Mogwai by chance?

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  • uclown2002
    uclown2002 Posts: 79 Member
    As many others have stated, it makes NO difference in terms of weight loss.

    http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/02/060202080832.htm

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