Will Eating at Night Cause Weight Gain if Not Eating During the Day?

Occasionally skipping meals during the day and eating at night generally does not lead to weight gain, but long-term skipping meals during the day and eating at night may result in weight gain. If meals are skipped during the day and only one meal is eaten at night, the intake of calories is relatively low, and occasionally skipping meals during the day generally does not lead to significant weight gain. However, skipping meals during the day for a long time may affect the function of the gastrointestinal tract, leading to slow digestion and low immunity. Over time, it may affect the digestion and absorption functions of the gastrointestinal tract, which can easily lead to a decrease in basal metabolic rate and weight gain. It is necessary to change unhealthy lifestyle habits and develop good eating habits to promote the absorption of nutrients and prevent malnutrition. Unhealthy dietary structures should be changed by reducing the intake of fats and oils, eating more vegetables rich in dietary fiber such as celery and spinach, and also eating more whole grains such as buckwheat and oats. At the same time, appropriate physical exercise is also necessary, such as running, rope skipping, etc., to avoid sitting for a long time without exercise, which may lead to the accumulation of calories. If significant discomfort symptoms such as limb weakness and fatigue occur, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly for standardized treatment.