Wednesday, June 17, 2026

🌿 Wellness

Why the French Do Not Snack

Three meals, one possible gouter for children, and nothing between. Eating outside meal times is not a moral failing in France, it is simply not done, and hunger before a meal is expected.

Eat nothing between meals for one week. Being hungry at midday is the correct state, not a problem to be solved at eleven.

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