When is the best time after waking to eat breakfast? If I eat too soon after getting up I feel nauseous and can’t finish my food.

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Alex F.

I get up just before 7, and usually eat breakfast at about 8. That works for me, but the key for you will be finding YOUR ideal time. If leaving it one hour still leaves you feeling nauseous, try 1.5 hours, or two.

Jeff U.

The best time to eat breakfast is within two hours of waking up. Everyone is different so use those two hours in a way that is right for you.

Mike C.

I have to eat breakfast almost immediately after waking. I wake up early to go to work and I’d rather just eat a quick breakfast than lose any time that I have to sleep.

Sara T.

It depends. I personally if i wake up really hungry i make my breakfast first things first. If i wake up not really hungry i clean up my house a little bit and then make breakfast.

Susy N.

I find personally anything between 1-2 hours after waking is the best time to have breakfast but is good to drink a glass of water after waking up and on an empty stomach. It will help flush out toxins and keeps your body hydrated which also gives your stomach time to be able to handle food.

Britney F.

I like to eat my breakfast roughly 1 hour after I’ve woken up, after I’ve gone to the bathroom, written in my journal, meditated and done a little bit of exercise. I too feel sick if I eat too soon after waking, it’s good for me to start my day with other things before eating breakfast.

Dolores Q.

I have that problem too sometimes. I find that it helps me to create time for flexibility in the morning. That way, as soon as I feel like I can eat, I can. Then I’m not stressed for time and having to shove something in my mouth before I’m ready. This strategy has helped me a lot because then I’m creating a more positive relationship with my appetite. I can take care of my body on my own time, because my body tells me when it’s ready.

Mikkel Z.

Well if you get nauseous, try experimenting the best time for you. For example, try eating breakfast after you finished taking a shower. Or you can try 15-20 mins before you leave the house.

Christiana F.

There’s no universal best time. Don’t force yourself, and if you generally don’t feel like eating in the mornings, try to schedule a later meal or perhaps consider intermittent fasting!

Ladybird N.

I eat 15 minutes after I get up. If that’s too soon for you try 30 minutes. Do what’s best for you. Try out different times until you find what’s right for you.

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