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Time-restricted eating and insulin sensitivity

RCT showing 8-hour time-restricted eating improved insulin sensitivity and reduced HbA1c in adults with metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic Improvements

  • Fasting insulin: 15% reduction
  • HOMA-IR improvement: 18%
  • HbA1c reduction: 0.1-0.3%

Adherence

80% of participants maintained eating windows; 12-week intervention.

Outcomes

  • Fasting Insulin
    -15
  • HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance)
    -18
  • HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)
    -0.2
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