Late-night eating is linked to higher rates of fatty liver disease and cirrhosis, studies warn.
One report says the habit could raise the risk of two liver diseases by up to 30 percent.
Experts say eating shortly before sleep disrupts natural metabolic processes.
The body is forced to digest when it should be resting, straining metabolic pathways.
Flexible work hours and late schedules have shifted when many people eat.
These liver conditions can cause permanent damage if left unmanaged.
Providers recommend strict cutoff times for evening meals so digestion can recover before sleep.
Future awareness campaigns may stress meal timing alongside traditional nutrition advice.
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