Fractional nutrition is not a diet, but a constant meal intake 5-6 times a day with a break of no more than four hours. Usually this means three main meals and two fruit snacks.
Anastasia Kalinina, an expert of the online publication Belnovosti, told what fractional nutrition is and how effective it is
Many people are familiar with the problem. No appetite in the morning - a cup of coffee and off to work without breakfast. Lunch is dry or there is no time for it at all.
Then in the evening a person eats his belly full and cannot fall asleep. In addition, feeling hungry, we eat 15% more than necessary, which can lead to indigestion or other digestive problems.
What is fractional nutrition?
This is eating small portions (portion size is the palm of your hand, volume is about a glass) at short intervals.
What are the benefits of fractional nutrition?
A person does not feel hungry, so he does not overeat. Many people feel sleepy after a hearty meal, but with fractional meals a person feels vigorous after eating.
There are no sharp jumps in blood sugar levels, so there is no need for sweet snacks, various high-calorie snacks (nuts, chips) or fast food.
Weight control and loss
If you eat healthy food in small portions without high-calorie snacks, then your weight will stabilize and even begin to gradually decrease. Especially when using healthy eating principles.
Disadvantages of fractional nutrition
If you work, you will have to carry snacks prepared at home. Not every employer will like frequent breaks from the employee.
Therefore, you will have to plan your menu, love fruits and vegetables, eat foods high in fiber from whole grains, and monitor your drinking regime.
The diet should be balanced. It is necessary to follow the diet
Who do doctors prescribe fractional meals for?
Nutritionists and gastroenterologists prescribe fractional meals for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, colitis, gastric ulcer)
Athletes use fractional nutrition to build muscle mass. This way, you don't have to overload your stomach during the training process.
It is recommended to first consult with your doctor after passing the necessary tests and medical examination!
