This story is part of the August 18 edition of Sunday Life. See all 15 stories . Deepak Mishra is a hotel food operations director.
The 47-year-old shares his day on a plate. “I try to keep the sugar levels low and avoid too many carbs, refined flour, red meat and fried food.” 7am To start the day, I have a glass of green juice with ginger and turmeric before I head to the morning work rounds and a staff briefing on our seasonal winter menu at Dock 37.
I then drink a long black coffee. 10.30am For breakfast, I have two eggs with mushrooms, tomato, a slice of rye bread and a side of chia pudding.
1pm For a light lunch, I enjoy a roasted tomato soup with balsamic and a fennel and orange salad. I also drink two more cups of black coffee. 5.
30pm For a small snack I have some vegetable and dips, rice crackers, and a cup of camomile tea. 7.30pm I am particular about ensuring I have my dinner before 8pm, and no food after that.
Dinner is a lentil stew with lean meat, a grilled chicken wrap with avocado, and a cup of camomile tea. I try to keep the sugar levels low and avoid too many carbs, refined flour, red meat and fried food. Dr Joanna McMillan says: Top marks for.
.. Avoiding eating after 8pm.
Research has linked late-night eating with a higher risk of weight gain, poor sleep and chronic diseases including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Your juice is a lovely way to break the overnight fast, delivering nutrients along with the anti-inflammatories present in ginger and tur.