A recent study from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine has provided fresh insight into the potential benefits of time-restricted feeding in managing these circadian disruptions.
This approach, which involves eating within a specific daily window, could offer a novel way to address Alzheimer’s symptoms and possibly alter the course of the disease itself. The findings challenge traditional perspectives on the disorder, shifting attention to the importance of daily eating habits.
The circadian rhythm functions as the body’s internal biological clock, regulating numerous physiological processes, including the sleep-wake cycle. Disruptions to this rhythm are particularly common among Alzheimer’s patients, with recent estimates suggesting that up to 80% experience these disturbances. These disruptions not only interfere with sleep but also contribute to increased cognitive impairment, particularly during nighttime hours.
