The 24 hour body clock
The human body is one of the marvels of mother Nature, fitted with appropriate organs and efficient functioning in synchrony with the clock set by Nature herself, namely morning denoted by rising of the Sun and night by setting of the Sun, thus making it highly scientific in maintaining the energy flow across the body, enabling man to carry out and achieve anything in the world.
Morning 3-5 Peak performance for Lungs at this time. Inhaling fresh air from the clean, unpolluted atmosphere , thus increasing the life-force accounts for healthy longevity of one’s life. This period is fit for Yoga, Meditation etc.
5-7 The large Intestine - This organ is very active during this time. Sipping slowly water or lukewarm water, or lemon water( any of these one cup)aids the elimination of toxins from the body and aids proper bowel movements.
7-9 The Stomach - The function of Stomach is at its highest during these hours. So a heavy, healthy breakfast is advised. It’s said thus if you eat even a stone, it will be digested by the Stomach. Eat like a king. It will be easily digested and will become part of the body by adding strength.
9-11 - The Spleen- At this time the Spleen’s performance is at its optimum. The digested food becomes a nourishing one aiding in energy and formation of blood and thus results in maintaining the levels of fluid in the body. Don’t drink too much water. Digestion will be disturbed. Taking a bath, listening to music, reading are recommended to reduce the activity in the mind.
11-1 - The Heart - The Heart is the center of emotions and its function is at its peak at this hour. Too much anger, outbursts, too much talking should be avoided. Basking in the Sun also helps in warming the heart as one shares in Sun’s energy. Perhaps that’s why in the Vedas, standing and praying to The Sun at noon is postulated. In fact prayer to the Sun in the form of Gayatri mantra is recommended at the rising of the Sun, at the time of noon when the Sun is at its peak, and at the time of Sun-set.
1-3 - The Small intestine - This organ, a part of digestive system is very active at this time. It helps to digest food coming from the stomach, absorbs nutrients and water from food eaten.so a small , balanced , and nutritious food is recommended at this hour to strengthen and energize the body.it’s said eat like a prince or share your food with friends. And rest a while.
3-5 - The urinary bladder is at its peak in its function. So optimal time to drink water. Perhaps that’s why drinking tea with little snacks came into practice from circa 17 or 18 CE onwards.
5-7- The Kidney. When the Kidney is functioning to remove wastes and extra fluids from the body, and from the flurry activities of afternoon,when one is free, it is proper time to find tranquility through prayers, meditation etc.
7-9 - Pericardium time. The time of shock absorber around the heart. A calm and relaxed time for early dinner, enjoying with family creatively. The familiar saying goes thus- “ Eat dinner like pauper.” Light food recommended.
9-11- The triple burner, composed of the Thorax,the Abdomen and the Pelvis. This time-period belongs to these three organs. The Thorax controls the intake, the Abdomen keeps the digestion and transformation in check whereas the Pelvis controls the body’s eliminations. The proper working of these account for a feeling of balance, peace and joy. So sleep is recommended at this time.
11-1- The Gall bladder. Without proper sleep, the function of Gall bladder is affected. The Gall bladder is to aid the digestive system to break the fats though Bile secreted in it. TheGall bladder is often thought to play a role in the health of your muscles and connective tissues as well as your courage, judgement, and decision-making.
1-3 The Liver. When one sleeps, the Liver is active.The Liver collects blood from all over the body, cleanses the blood from toxins, maintains healthy blood sugar levels and other vital functions of the body. Frustration and anger are some of the emotions that are associated with Liver. No walking or sitting allowed during sleep-time. Only lying peacefully is recommended. That’s why early dinner is advised for the proper function of the Liver.
If you violate the time and your duties, disturbing the functions of organs of the body during their time, next day you’ll be inactive and lethargic to do anything, facing a life devoid of interest and charm.Thus the real key to your life is in your hands only whether you make it joyful or sorrowful. No one other than your own self is responsible for this.
