How many calories you eat in
a day has a direct impact on whether you'll lose, gain, or maintain your
weight. If you're looking to lose, creating a calorie deficit is
a must, but when you eat your
calories also plays a role. Should you have an even supply of calories
throughout the day, or should you try to eat most of your calories by a certain
time?
According to certified dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition, "making
lunch your biggest meal" could be the change you need in order to see
results. A recent study of 80 women, ages 18 to 45, found that
having lunch as the biggest meal of the day increased weight loss but also
helped with blood sugar levels and insulin resistance. The study also showed
that over 12 weeks, those having lunch as the biggest meal lost 12.8 pounds and
those with dinner as the biggest meal lost 9.6 pounds.
