News Dinner at 5 p.m.? New research suggests eating early and within a 10-hour window is healthier October 6, 2022 Mike Snider, USA TODAY Comments Off on Dinner at 5 p.m.? New research suggests eating early and within a 10-hour window is healthier It's not just what you eat; what time you eat may affect your health. Those who ate earlier in the day saw health benefits, new research shows.