Aligning Behaviour with Physiology: The Potential of Time‐Restricted Eating for Rural Obesity Control

Obesity presents significant challenges in rural communities worldwide, often exacerbated by limited resources and access to healthcare. In addressing this issue, practical, scalable, and culturally sensitive approaches are imperative. Time‐Restricted Eating (TRE), which involves aligning food intake with circadian rhythms, emerges as a promising strategy. By confining eating to specific time windows, TRE synchronizes with the bodyʹs internal clock, potentially offering metabolic health benefits. This review explores the potential of TRE in managing obesity in rural areas, emphasizing its simplicity, scalability, and alignment with certain rural characteristics. While TRE holds promise in addressing rural health disparities, it is essential to recognize cultural considerations and challenges such as undernutrition for effective implementation. In summary, TRE shows potential in enhancing metabolic health and overall well‐being among rural populations.