It's not just about what you eat, it also matters WHEN you eat it! JJ deep dives into this important topic in today's podcast episode and shares how the timing of your meals can either set you up to burn fat or store it away. Listen as JJ shares the truth about snacking and whether you should eat breakfast, as well as the key to staying full for hours so you can go longer between meals. JJ also explains what you need to know before trying intermittent fasting and how a 12-14 hour fast can increase longevity and boost your ability to burn fat. Plus, JJ reveals what time of the day is the absolute worst time to eat! Can you guess?   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get JJ’s free Metabolism Boosting Recipe Guide by going to jjvirgin.com/metabolismguide.   Main Points From Today’s Episode The key to staying full for hours is the “satiety trifecta” of clean, lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Protein and fiber slow down stomach emptying to keep you fuller longer, while fat stimulates the release of chemicals in your brain to tell you that you're full. Hunger equals younger! When you create some caloric restriction with optimal nutrition, it improves longevity. The worst time to eat is at night! It’s important to close the kitchen 3 to 4 hours before bed in order to optimize levels of growth hormone.   Episode Play-By-Play [2:09] It’s not only about what you eat, it’s also about when you eat it. [2:40] Listener’s review on iTunes [4:30] Why the timing of your meals matters [6:30] When you’re eating the “satiety trifecta” of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, you can go longer between meals.  [6:44] What you need to know before trying intermittent fasting [7:48] Key components of a balanced plate [8:33] Why you should drink more fluids between meals [9:23] Thirst can come disguised as hunger. [10:46] Hunger equals younger! [11:33] It’s important to close the kitchen three to four hours before bed. [12:50] How your circadian rhythm can influence your eating habits [13:50] Exercise and meal timing [14:42] Ideally, aim for a 12-14 hour fast during the week. [15:09] How JJ incorporates Power Plant Cleanse days into her schedule [16:45] Shifting from being a sugar burner to a fat burner [20:01] If you’re over 35 or under stress, you may not be digesting protein well. Try Metabolic Digestive Balance! [20:28] Listener’s question: You say not to snack, but what should I do if I’m hungry? [20:40] Keeping a food journal can help you connect the dots between what you eat and how you feel. [21:22] Never leave the house without emergency food!   Mentioned in this episode: http://jjvirgin.com/BulletproofCoffee JJ Virgin All-In-One Protein Shakes Metabolic Digestive Balance JJ Virgin Bars The Virgin Diet: Drop 7 Foods, Lose 7 Pounds, Just 7 Days, by JJ Virgin 7-Day Stop, Drop & Swap Challenge Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube