25/05/2026
This is what works for me. You do not have to copy it. But I hope it inspires you to find a healthy-ish rhythm that works for you and your body.
A few things I want to add because context matters.
Please do not become complacent and convince yourself a bad habit is a good one. Skipping breakfast because you overdid dinner the night before is not a fast. It is just skipping breakfast. However, if your body genuinely runs better on a later meal, that is completely valid. There is a difference and only you know which one it is.
As someone in her 40s I absolutely believe that protecting your hormones comes first. Having around 5 to 10g of fat in the morning is what settles my body and my mind. It grounds me before anything else.
And my breakfast is not always a protein smoothie. Sometimes it is an omelette with sliced toast. Sometimes Greek yoghurt with berries and seeds. This is just one example of what a Monday can look like for me — because Monday is often when I grab the opportunity to realign. A little reset. A chance to come back to my habits in full.
If you would like me to do a lunch onwards carousel, just let me know in the comments. I am happy to. 🤍