Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

The Link Between Snacking and Stunted Growth - AI Podcast


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  • Research shows constant snacking disrupts children's growth hormone rhythms, reducing bone development by up to 17% compared to structured mealtimes
  • Regular meals trigger natural surges of growth hormone that strengthen bones, while grazing produces flat, ineffective hormone levels
  • In studies with both rats and humans, those eating structured meals had three times more growth hormone bursts compared to those snacking continuously
  • The body's hunger hormone (ghrelin) works properly with scheduled meals, helping trigger growth hormone release essential for skeletal development
  • To support healthy growth in children, implement consistent mealtimes, avoid between-meal snacks and serve nutrient-dense whole foods instead of processed varieties
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