Lifestyle, stressful situations, and nutrition significantly impact the body, contributing both to energy gain and to creating imbalance. One manifestation of such a disruption is often the lack of hunger in the morning. This was discussed by dietitian and healthy eating expert Trista Best.
Trista Best claims that the main rule when metabolism is disrupted is balanced nutrition and even distribution of meals throughout the day.
“Metabolism is the process by which the body uses food as fuel to produce energy. Every action of the body requires energy and is regulated by metabolism. If you are experiencing digestive issues, noticing dry skin, hair loss, unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight despite low calorie intake, as well as chronic fatigue, this may indicate a sluggish metabolism,” warns the dietitian.
According to Trista Best, the thyroid gland controls metabolic processes in the body. When it is overloaded, the adrenal glands step in to compensate for the deficiency. They produce stress hormones — cortisol and adrenaline, reports SHE FINDS.
If a person is on a diet, the body enters starvation mode, feels threatened, and experiences stress, producing protective hormones. Cortisol levels naturally rise in the morning when the body is saturated with hormones, which is perceived as a lack of appetite.
“Thus, paradoxically as it may sound, to lose weight, you need to eat. Skipping breakfast will keep stress hormone levels high throughout the day. Over time, this can lead to weight gain, especially in the form of visceral fat, which accumulates around vital organs and poses a threat. To avoid this issue, have breakfast an hour or an hour and a half after waking up, even if you don’t feel like it. Then try to eat at regular intervals throughout the day,” Dr. Best clarifies.
To maintain optimal thyroid health and metabolism, there should be a 3-4 hour gap between meals. Over time, this will help reduce stress levels and increase energy levels. Portions should be small and consist of healthy foods.
Trista Best emphasizes that the needs and characteristics of each body are individual, and a lack of hunger in the morning may indicate other problems, so it is important to consult with doctors.
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