Study links late-night eating to 30% higher risk of liver disease

Researchers have warned that eating late at night could increase the risk of liver disease by up to 30 per cent, highlighting the importance of meal timing and dietary habits.

According to the Daily Mail, researchers at Oregon Health & Science University examined the eating habits of nearly 200,000 participants and identified an association between late-night eating and liver disease.

‘A few studies have hinted at this idea but this is among the first long-term analyses to explicitly draw the connection to fatty liver disease,’ said Dr Robert Wilechansky, the study’s lead author.

Researchers suggested that eating outside the body’s natural circadian rhythm could interfere with normal liver metabolism.

Other studies have linked artificially sweetened drinks to increased fatty liver disease risk, although the findings do not establish causation.

Experts also warned against excessive supplement consumption, particularly high doses of vitamin A and certain herbal extracts.

They recommended balanced diets, portion control and gradual weight loss to protect liver health.