Time-Restricted Eating to Reduce Cancer-Related Fatigue
Author Information
Author(s): Kleckner Amber S., Clingan Carin L., Youngblood Shari M., Kleckner Ian R., Quick Lauren, Elrod Rebecca D., Zhu Shijun, Manoogian Emily N. C., Panda Satchidananda, Badros Ashraf Z., Emadi Ashkan
Hypothesis
Does time-restricted eating reduce fatigue in cancer survivors?
Conclusion
Time-restricted eating led to less fatigue in cancer survivors compared to a control group.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants who followed time-restricted eating reported less fatigue after 12 weeks.
- The control group showed no significant change in fatigue levels.
Takeaway
Eating only during a specific time each day can help cancer survivors feel less tired.
Methodology
Participants were randomized to either a time-restricted eating group or a control group and received nutrition counseling.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and some measures did not show statistically significant differences.
Participant Demographics
77% female, 53% Black/African American, 43% White, 7% Hispanic; average age 54.1 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.11
Statistical Significance
p=0.11
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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