The importance of feeding on schedule.

During this period of quarantine, the most important thing is to maintain our lifestyles as healthy as possible. This includes all the necessary activities to keep our system in the best condition, such as getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, engaging in recreational activities, and, of course, eating well. Organizing our daily routines will help reduce the stress of planning what to eat at specific times and will also prevent the normal anxiety associated with this situation from affecting our food choices. This will enable us to address our needs properly. That's why we will provide some recommendations on how to maintain appropriate meal schedules.

1. Have three main meals every day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and you can add snacks if necessary.
2. Don't let more than 1 hour pass between waking up and having breakfast.

3. Plan your weekly or bi-weekly menu; this will ensure that you have the necessary ingredients and reduce the risk of unnecessary temptations.

4. Schedule your meals with no more than a 4-hour gap between each one.

5. Have your last meal at least 2 hours before going to bed.

6. Set an alarm to remind you of your meal times. This will prevent you from missing meals and maintaining a routine.

7. Dedicate time to eating and sharing with your family. Plan your telecommuting activities so they don't interfere with these meal times. Avoid eating while working or watching television. Eating mindfully is important to maintain control over what you consume.

8. Optimize your time by cooking the day before or preparing meals for more than one day. This will ensure that the time spent on meal preparation does not interfere with your ability to eat calmly.