Those resolving to improve their diet after New Year’s may have gotten some extra motivation to steer clear of high-fat diets.

A new study has found a person who indulges in high-fat foods may not only increase their risk of obesity and heart disease, but also affect the balance of their circadian rhythms.

Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have shown a cause-and-effect relationship between food and biological clock imbalance. The scientists examined adiponectin, a fat tissue involved in glucose and lipid metabolism, in mice after feeding them high-fat diets and low-fat diets, followed by a day of fasting.

The findings from the study suggest the internal clock in the mice was affected by the high-fat diet, which could possibly lead to hormone imbalance, obesity, sleep disorders and cancer if the results are the same in humans.

In general, past research has suggested people shy away from high-fat diets and to employ whole food nutrition to maintain or improve their health. Those who may find a diet change difficult may be interested in natural supplements to gain their daily dose of healthy vitamins.

Recently, it was reported more Americans are embracing natural supplements as a way to maintain general health.