Increased Eating Frequency Is Associated with Lower Obesity Risk, But Higher Energy Intake in Adults: A Meta-Analysis

Body weight is regulated by energy intake which occurs several times a day in humans. In this meta-analysis, we evaluated whether eating frequency (EF) is associated with obesity risk and energy intake in adults without any dietary restriction. Experimental and observational studies published before...

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Main Authors: Yue-Qiao Wang, Yun-Quan Zhang, Fei Zhang, Yi-Wen Zhang, Rui Li, Guo-Xun Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-06-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/13/6/603