Skipping Meals: Is It Harmful or Helpful? What Science and Ayurveda Say
Introduction: Skipping meals has become a common habit in today's fast-paced world in which many people skip one or more meals a day. We often blame busy schedules, weight loss attempts, or intermittent fasting practices to cover up practice of skipping meals. But what really happens to your body upon skipping meals. Is it harmful or beneficial? Today we will explore the physiological effects of meal skipping, the Ayurvedic perspective on meal frequency, potential benefits of skipping meals, and guidelines for doing it correctly. Immediate effects of skipping meals 1. Blood Sugar Fluctuations Usually, breakfast is most skipped meal. By skipping breakfast, our blood sugar levels can drop. This condition known as hypoglycemia can lead to symptoms like fatigue, irritability, headaches, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. Regular skipping of breakfast can increase insulin resistance and raise the risk of type 2 diabetes. 2. Metabolic Slowdown Occasional s...