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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

Meal distribution across the day and its relationship with body composition

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Author(s):
Dattilo, Murilo [1] ; Crispim, Cibele Aparecida [1] ; Zimberg, Iona Zalcman [1] ; Tufik, Sergio [1] ; de Mello, Marco Tulio [1]
Total Authors: 5
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Fed Sao Paulo, Dept Psicobiol, Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Biological Rhythm Research; v. 42, n. 2, p. 119-129, 2011.
Web of Science Citations: 4
Abstract

Evidence has suggested that meal distribution across the day may influence body composition. This study aimed to evaluate the distribution of energy and macronutrient intake in healthy men and women, and to correlate it with body composition. Fifty-two healthy volunteers (24 men), aged 20-45 years old, participated in the study. Food intake was analyzed by a three-day food record and anthropometric measurements included body mass, height, body mass index, body fat percentage, and waist circumference. Positive correlations were found in men between night fat intake and body mass index, body fat percentage and waist circumference and negative correlations were seen between morning energy and macronutrient intake and the same anthropometric variables. These data suggest that fat intake at night is associated with higher values in anthropometric variables while morning food intake can be associated with lower values in anthropometric variables. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 09/11056-1 - Effects of sleep deprivation in muscle recovery
Grantee:Murilo Dattilo
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master
FAPESP's process: 98/14303-3 - Center for Sleep Studies
Grantee:Sergio Tufik
Support Opportunities: Research Grants - Research, Innovation and Dissemination Centers - RIDC