The science-backed best time to eat lunch

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Several studies suggest that the optimal time to eat lunch is about four to five hours after breakfast. This timing gives your body enough time to digest your earlier meal and may help prevent overeating later in the day. From a metabolic perspective, around 12:30 p.m. is considered an ideal lunchtime. Research shows that eating within this window can support better metabolic health, helping to regulate blood sugar, aid digestion, and maintain consistent energy levels throughout the afternoon.

Source

Lopez-Minguez J, Gómez-Abellán P, Garaulet M. Timing of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Effects on Obesity and Metabolic Risk. Nutrients. 2019 Nov 1;11(11):2624. doi: 10.3390/nu11112624. PMID: 31684003; PMCID: PMC6893547.

Additional Reading

https://betterreport.com/best-time-to-eat-lunch/

https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/best-time-eat-lunch-rcna197276

https://www.discovermagazine.com/health/the-best-times-of-the-day-to-eat-according-to-science