BENEFITS OF SMALL FREQUENT MEALS

To achieve superb shape and maximum performance, forgo the usual ‘three square” approach to meals. Active people must fuel themselves through the day. That means frequent small meals and snacks every two to three hours is preferred rather than three large meals a day.
There are numerous research studies that explain the benefits to eating small, frequent meals and snacks. For example, eating multiple meals increases “thermogenesis”, the production of heat by the body as it digest and absorb food. During thermogenesis, metabolism steps up, and your body processes nutrients more efficiently. Increased meal frequency also stimulates fat burning, improves the body’s use of protein, preserves lean muscle, and reduces appetite.
Another advantage of multiple meals is mental performance. Regular timed meals help you think and process information more effectively, increase your attention span, and boost your mood.
So people start your day with energizer drink, boosting breakfast, healthy mid-morning snack, appetizing lunch, yummy snacks in the evening and nutritious dinner. Try to include the above six meals daily in your diet as part of your regular activities to lead a active and healthy lifestyle.

REFERENCE:

SUSAN M. KLEINER, PhD, RD.

High performance nutrition Mercer island, Washington.