Nutrition by the hour: system basics

In our modern world, many of us care about our health and want to live happily ever after. One way to achieve this goal is through proper nutrition. However, it is not always clear how exactly we should eat so that our body receives all the necessary substances and is not overloaded. In this article we will look at the clockwise nutrition system, which will help coordinate the diet with the biological needs of our body.

According to the traditional food system, we are used to eating three times a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, as research shows, this usual schedule for us almost completely contradicts the biorhythms of our body. Therefore, it is worth considering an alternative diet according to the clock, which corresponds to the biological needs of our body.

From 6.00 to 7.00 am

According to human biorhythms, the body wakes up from 6.00 to 7.00 in the morning. At this time, all organs begin to become active. To help your digestive system wake up, it is very useful to drink a glass of lukewarm water with lemon or lime first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. This will help cleanse the liver, remove toxins from the body, improve intestinal function and give the body additional tone.

From 7.00 to 9.00 am

At this time, gastric juice is secreted in very small quantities, so it is not advisable to eat dense foods. Proteins and fats are practically not digested during this period of time. Hold off on having a full breakfast and choose something very light as a snack, perhaps just tea, juice or an apple.

From 10.00 to 12.00 am

By 10 o'clock in the morning, the stomach fully wakes up and its work is activated, so only now can you start the main breakfast. At this time, you can eat the heaviest foods. In terms of volume, the amount of food can be comparable to lunch. The stomach and pancreas are maximally active during these hours.

From 15.00 to 17.00

As it turns out, our traditional lunch time absolutely does not coincide with the internal schedule of the digestive tract. From 13.00 to 15.00, when we are all used to having lunch, the body is in a “sleeping state”, its activity is minimal, so at this time it is advisable to avoid dense foods altogether. However, from 15.00 to 17.00 the body begins to become active again, so this is the ideal time for a light snack. You can eat fruits, nuts, yogurt, or other snacks.

From 18.00 to 20.00

At this time, the second peak of activity of the digestive system occurs, so dinner should be quite hearty, but not too heavy. Good choices include protein foods such as fish, chicken or tofu, as well as vegetables and herbs.

From 21.00 to 22.00

The last meal should be no later than 21.00-22.00. After this time, the body begins to prepare for sleep, and digestion slows down. Therefore, eating heavy and fatty foods before bed can lead to unpleasant consequences such as heartburn or insomnia.

In conclusion, eating by the clock can help align your eating patterns with our body's biological needs and improve your overall health. However, remember that every body is unique and that for optimal health and well-being, you need to consider all aspects of your lifestyle, including physical activity, sleep patterns and nutrition.