Evening eating connected to higher total calorie intake and lower diet quality

This phenomenon could influence both the type and amount of food we eat, according to the findings. Picture: PA

Eating in the evening is associated with a higher total calorie intake and lower diet quality, research carried out by Ulster University has found.

A study of nearly 1,200 UK adults suggests that there is a link between eating a larger proportion of person’s daily energy intake during the evening and having a higher total energy intake and lower quality of diet.