Do you believe that eating late at ni...

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Thu, 08-27-2009 - 12:18am

Do you believe that eating late at night causes weight gain?



  • Yes, that food turns into fat!
  • No, it doesn't matter what time you eat
  • Yes, but only if you're overeating
  • Other .. please share


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Sat, 08-29-2009 - 9:50am

It definitely isn't easy to stop eating/snacking at the early hour of 7:30 pm because like everyone else while watching tv it just seems to be a habit of munching on something while watching our favorite programs. Again, like everything else once we get into the habit

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Sat, 08-29-2009 - 2:46pm
You're not alone Miriam,
Have you tried having some water during that time ?
Maybe chewing gum ?
Another *healthy habit* we can work on together :)




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Sat, 08-29-2009 - 6:11pm
Yes I used to chew a lot of gum and it worked. A matter of fact I have just stocked up on my gum and I will do that again. As for the water, I must get into that habit of drinking more. Thanks again for the suggestions :)

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Sun, 08-30-2009 - 12:06am
Try the gum & water together or as needed Miriam,
Let us know how it works for you :)




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Sun, 08-30-2009 - 8:57am

I will definitely keep you updated . Have a wonderful Sunday filled with whatever you want to do or not do.


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Sat, 09-05-2009 - 12:18am

From Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom ..
Makes good sense doesn't it ?


Eating at night does not cause weight gain - eating too many calories at night (or any other time during your waking hours) is what packs on the pounds.


Many people do well with 3 meals, and 2 snacks each day - calorie controlled to keep you around a total of 1400-1600 calories (for weight loss - it varies for each individual). While some people eat dinner, and are "done" for their eating day, many people like an evening snack. I always advise people to allow for around 200 calories in the evening, if this is a time that you'd like to eat - but PAY ATTENTION TO THE CALORIES!


Where "night eating" gets a bad rap is that many people skip meals, get overhungry in the evening, and eat all night. That's not what we're talking about.......


If you like to eat in the evening, pre-plan your snack for that time of day.

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Wed, 09-09-2009 - 12:49pm
Looky here..you've made it to Dr. Fernstrom's blog!



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Wed, 09-09-2009 - 2:13pm

Just read this ...very interesting Hugs. Makes me a tiny bit wiser.


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Wed, 09-09-2009 - 10:07pm

I agree Aileen,
She also said this too :)


One more thing about night eating.....many people eat at night, to try to relax to get some sleep. It's a method (not a good one!) of relieving stress. Lack of sleep is a prime reason for weight gain. When fatigued and sleep deprived, we all tend to eat more for "energy", and also don't have the mental focus to stay on track with our eating plan. So, allow for a snack, as discussed, but make sure you are getting enough sleep - at least 7 hours a night for most people. Also, try to have a pre-sleep ritual, of "getting ready" with some gradual downtime. For example

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Wed, 09-09-2009 - 10:07pm
Cool Karla,
Thanks for letting us know :)
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