It's still big hype in the health and fitness industry to eat 6-8 small meals a day. The main reason for this is to maintain blood sugar levels and supply nutrients and fuel to a recovering body (assuming you are actively exercising). There is a lot of scientific evidence to support that this is irrelevant and a lot of cases that prove that 6-8 meals is unnecessary. If you don't believe me, ask this guy. He's 113 and been eating only 2 meals a day for the last 35 years!
Full article here:
http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2009-09-24-oldest-man-diet_N.htm
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