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Eating multiple small meals

Dr Ben Weitz
February 11, 2012
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I advocate eating a small meal or snack every 3 hours or so throughout the day. This allows blood sugar levels (and insulin levels) to stay more consistent through the day and reduces the carbohydrate cravings that result from big dips in blood glucose. This facilitates the process of achieving and maintaining optimal bodyfat levels.

A recent study published in the February 2012 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Less frequent eating predicts greater BMI and waist circumference in female adolescents, backs this view that eating small meals or snacks facilitates leanness. This study examined the habits of female teenagers and discovered that those who ate less frequently had a higher body mass index (BMI) and a larger waist circumference. This contrasts with other articles that have attributed frequent snacking as a risk factor for weight gain.

Dr Ben Weitz

Dr. Ben Weitz, DC, CCSP, CSCS is a Santa Monica–based chiropractor frequently rated as "best chiropractor" and functional medicine/nutrition specialist with over 37 years of experience helping patients reduce pain, improve mobility, and improve overall health through non-invasive, evidence-based care.

He specializes in identifying and addressing the root causes of conditions such as back and neck pain, arthritis, poor posture, and metabolic dysfunction—using a combination of chiropractic care, corrective exercise, and therapeutic lifestyle changes. He also offers Functional Medicine consultations, detailed lab testing, interpretation, and recommendations and coaching to reach your health goals.

Dr. Weitz is the author of "The Back Relief Book" and host of the Rational Wellness Podcast, where he shares practical, science-based strategies for long-term health, performance, and disease prevention.

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