time-restricted eating
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of time-restricted eating
First recorded in 2010–15
Example Sentences
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A version of time-restricted eating that is particularly easy to adopt involves limiting food consumption to 11 to 12 hours a day and fasting for 12 to 13 hours a day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
"Our research suggests time-restricted eating may be a sustainable option grounded in biology, offering patients more ways to manage their own wellness."
From Science Daily ● Feb. 11, 2026
In other words, the study found only a weak and inconsistent link between time-restricted eating and overall deaths.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2025
The theory behind time-restricted eating is that it supports the circadian rhythm, or the body’s internal clock.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 1, 2024
Soon thereafter, the organization published a release about the research with the headline “8-hour time-restricted eating linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death,” which quickly garnered a lot of attention online.
From Salon ● Apr. 15, 2024
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