Abigail Carroll wrote 'three Squares : The Invention of the American Meal ' Argues three meals a day was a European invention from the Middle Ages . There is 'no evidence ' it is beneficial to eat in this way , over other patterns . Studies show it does n't matter if you skip breakfast or eat more often . Fasting leads to weight loss and a stronger immune system , say experts .
Abigail Carroll wrote 'Three Squares : The Invention of the American Meal ' Argues three meals a day was a European invention from the Middle Ages . There is 'no evidence ' it is beneficial to eat in this way , over other patterns . Studies show it does n't matter if you skip breakfast or eat more often . Fasting leads to weight loss and a stronger immune system , say experts .