Can Calories Tell Time?

Q: Do calories know what time it is?
A: No

Q: Why is it considered bad to consume calories after a certain hour?
A: Because, for the majority of people, that is when their activities wind down for the day, and therefore calories aren't necessary for maintaining energy levels.People need to learn as much about managing their own nutrition and individual body requirements as possible, from a variety of sources. Each diet should be individualized accordingly.Think about a nurse who works third shift,as an example, wouldn't that person be "fueling" while the rest of us sleep?

Q:What do calories do when we sleep?
A: Calories are fuel, that keep you going during active periods,and even when you're sleeping,your body is burning up fuel,but at a resting rate!

Q:Do calories make you fat?
A:No, inactivity does, but the amount of calories needed by an individual varies according to their ability to expend those calories and according to their age,physical activity,job,physical limitations and so forth. We tend to use a one-size fits all approach in this country, to almost everything and everybody, no matter what the issue, but bodies are like snowflakes; no two are alike and we need to continually evaluate, adapt and adjust as we get older.

Q:Does daily caloric intake matter?
A:Yes, but that should not be the only consideration when choosing which foods to eat or serve.What matters is the source of the calories.Is it nutritious or just empty calories?Consider the health benefit of the food and the nutrients your body needs. If an avacado contains the same amout of calories as a piece of chocolate cake, which would you choose? Therein lies a problem for a lot of folks, in not understanding nutrition. We have to learn to eat for health benefits, wellness,wholeness and we will reap the benefit in less doctor's visit,energy,attitude,and enjoyment.