People who eat more often during the day tend to get more of their calories from carbs and less from alcohol, which is generally considered healthier.

Scientific Claim

Higher daily eating frequency in middle-aged adults is associated with increased carbohydrate intake and decreased alcohol consumption, reflecting a dietary pattern aligned with public health guidelines for reducing fat and alcohol intake.

Original Statement

“The energy percentage (E%) from carbohydrates as well as relative fibre intake (g/MJ) increased with higher eating frequency; while E% from fat, protein and alcohol decreased.”

From study:A high eating frequency is associated with an overall healthy lifestyle in middle-aged men and women and reduced likelihood of general and central obesity in men

Evidence Quality Assessment

Claim Status

appropriately stated

Study Design Support

Design supports claim

Appropriate Language Strength

association

Can only show association/correlation

Assessment Explanation

The claim uses 'associated with' and reflects observed nutrient trends without implying causation, consistent with the cross-sectional design and data presented.

Evidence from Studies

Supporting (1)

A high eating frequency is associated with an overall healthy lifestyle in middle-aged men and women and reduced likelihood of general and central obesity in men

Cross-Sectional Study

Human

2010 Oct

People who eat more often during the day tend to eat more carbs and less alcohol and fat, which is what health experts recommend for a healthier diet.

Contradicting (0)

No contradicting evidence found

Source Study

A high eating frequency is associated with an overall healthy lifestyle in middle-aged men and women and reduced likelihood of general and central obesity in men

Score: 42

DOI: 10.1017/S0007114510001753

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