When You Eat May Matter More Than What | Science News

New research suggests meal timing may be just as crucial as diet for brain health in older adults—especially for women over 50. A small study found that restricting eating to an 8-9 hour window, alongside a 500-calorie cut, led to weight loss and surprising cognitive perks: better spatial planning and fewer memory errors. While not statistically significant for memory, the brain benefits hint at a deeper link between circadian rhythms, inflammation, and nutrient processing. Scientists caution this is early-stage work, but it opens a fascinating new angle: when you eat might matter as much as what you eat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cc674856c199ee4e