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Late-night eating disrupts circadian rhythms, impairs sleep and affects metabolic health — with neurological consequences.
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Late-night eating disrupts circadian rhythms, impairs sleep and affects metabolic health — with neurological consequences. Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav (NMC 8029, 15+ years of clinical experience) evaluates late-night eating syndrome at Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center, 117 Lal Durbar Marg, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province 44600, Nepal — evidence-based, medically reviewed.
Late-night eating syndrome (NES) involves consuming a significant portion of daily calories after dinner — disrupting circadian rhythms, impairing sleep quality and affecting metabolic health. Poor sleep and metabolic dysfunction are linked to cognitive decline, mood disorders and migraine.
Morning anorexia
Guilt about eating
Management is individualized and discussed with benefits, limitations, and follow-up.
Weight gain
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Reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • Last reviewed: 2026-11-10
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Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav
Consultant Neurologist & Headache Specialist • MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), FICN (Neurology), FCNV, FIHM • NMC 8029
This condition guide was medically reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav.
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