Eating a Late Breakfast May Be Linked to Shorter Lifespans Change in mealtimes can influence health outcomes in older populations. However, a study out of Mass General Brigham seems to have another take on the popular mantra, and it's not so much what you're eating, but when you're eating it that makes the difference. Article continues below advertisementThat's because they claim that their research uncovered a link between eating a late breakfast and having a shorter life. Source: Realmac Software/UnsplashArticle continues below advertisementStudy finds eating late breakfast is associated with a shorter life. Article continues below advertisementSource: Brooke Lark/UnsplashHow can you improve your health if you eat a late breakfast?