To remember
- In older adults whose breakfast represents a higher proportion of their total daily energy intake, the prevalence of metabolic syndrome is lower.
- Prospective studies are needed.
Why is this important?
- About one in four adults worldwide has metabolic syndrome.
- The syndrome may be related to personal chronotype, in particular the way in which energy intake is distributed during the day.
- Some previous evidence has suggested benefits of eating a larger breakfast.
