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I have a habit of not eating breakfast and nothing else until maybe 5 pm where i binge and eat anything. is this bad?

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Dr. Ravi Chand answered

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Eating Habits: Not eating breakfast slows metabolism, promotes weight gain, lowers iq points compared to those who eat within one hour of waking up.

Answered 8/8/2013

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A member asked:

I have a habit of not eating breakfast and nothing else until maybe 5 pm where i binge and eat anything. is this bad?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ravi Chand answered

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