Are you aware to get the most out of living healthy there are basics you need to know?
In addition to knowing the basics, it allows you to maximize the self-healing capabilities of your body. What if I told you there is a proven 24-hour body clock that can enable you to pay more attention to the details of each organ- the emotional needs, as well as strengthening and giving you a clue as to what might be wrong daily, for you to attain well-being.
The Chinese medicine Organ body clock is a detailed and proven body-energy clock divided into 12, that is, two-hour intervals for Qi (vital energy) to move through the organ system.
Read along as I further explain. It is essential to know asides eating right and the likes. When certain activities are performed at certain times it propels you to follow the natural rhythm, and this in turn balances your body.
Also, take note, some specific symptoms experienced at a particular hour when a meridian is active could be your body’s way of signifying there might be an imbalance within the specific organ.
Body- Organ Time Explained
As seen above in the diagram, I would briefly explain each time frame and its functionalities.
5 am- 7 am Large Intestine: it is said to be at its peak, hence it’s a perfect time for a bowel movement. Drink lots of water to expel the toxins from the previous day. Now would be a good time to let go of emotions-feeling stuck, guilt, or defensiveness.
Please note, you really shouldn’t be taking any caffeinated drink as it would be unhealthy for the colon cleanse.
7 am-9 am Stomach: it is advised to eat breakfast, as that is the largest meal of the day to get the most of digestion. Opt for highly nutritious meals, low GI- carbs. Emotions of disgust or despair, problems with unhealthy eating habits oftentimes occurs.
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9 am-11 am Spleen: is linked to the stomach, and within this period food absorbed are converted into energy, benefit from activated metabolism, and clear thinking. Enjoy work and be active, however, emotions likely to be felt would be worry, low self-esteem.
11 am-1 pm Heart: this is also a great time to eat a balanced lunch as the heart, as nutrients would be circulated the body. Also note, it’s nice for you to connect with people, be of service as extreme feelings of inspiration/ joy or sadness and restlessness can be felt.
1 pm-3 pm Small Intestine: The small intestine absorbs food eaten earlier to complete its digestion process. Low energy could be a result of skipping meals or unhealthy eating habits. Insecurity, vulnerability, might creep in emotionally.
3 pm-5 pm Bladder: Energy is restored. Hence, would be a greattime to complete tasking work, taking a cup of tea or water to aid the body’s detoxification process as the toxins are expelled through urine. Feelings of being irritated or timid might occur.
5 pm-7 pm Kidney: Expulsion of waste material in the body has been completed, and proper chemical balance is maintained. Have a light dinner, reserve your energy stores. Put yourself first, go for a walk, stretch, etc. Emotionally, stress, insomnia, or anxiety might be felt.
7 pm-9 pm Pericardium: Pericardium aids proper circulation, as well as protect the heart. If you’re looking to conceive now would be a good time to copulate. Feelings of extreme joy or an inability to express emotions can play out.
9 pm-11 pm triple warmer: Now would be great to relax, as the triple warmer is responsible for energy transfer as well bringing the body to a state of balance, by controlling the temperature and metabolism. Do avoid eating after 9 pm. Confusion, hopelessness, or paranoia might be felt.
11 pm-1 am Gall bladder: Sleep and regenerate as cellular repair and blood cells are taken place. Mental illness, indecisiveness are some emotionally felt.
1 am-3 am Liver: you should be in deep sleep and rest at this time as toxins are cleared out from the body. If you find yourself waking up constantly within these hours, it could be due to stagnation in the detoxification process- poor diet, bad lifestyle. Emotionally rage, irritability, frustration, depression plays out.
3 am-5 am Lungs: Here the lung commences its detoxification process in a deep sleep state, however, if you find yourself awake within this period deep breathing exercises should be practiced. Feelings of grief or sadness occur.
It is essential to look at the organ and the emotions to help identify what needs attention. Also, making the most of your body when it’s at its peak enables you to maximize your energy levels.
