7-10 am: Metabolism ramps up

The circulation and metabolism get going. Anti-inflammatory hormones are released and cortisol levels rise. Sex hormones flood the body - now is the most fertile time.

10-12 o'clock: Good for vaccination

The brain is in top form and the body is at its most alert at 10 am. This is also when vaccinations work particularly well and have the fewest side effects. Blood pressure is at its highest at 12 noon.

12-15 o'clock: Take a break

Time for lunch. Afterwards, a lot of blood flows to the stomach for digestion. The brain and cardiovascular system are therefore running on fumes - time for a break. The risk of accidents is highest at 2 pm.

3-5 p.m.: To the dentist now

The injection at the dentist lasts three times longer in the afternoon than in the morning. The long-term memory is in top form. What you learn now has the best chance of actually sticking.

5-8 p.m.: Jogging or swimming

The body is optimally supplied with blood, so you should exercise now. Sense of smell and taste are in top form, time for dinner. Pulse and blood pressure drop again.

8-24 p.m.: Metabolism slows down

Liver enzymes are released, alcohol can be broken down faster than at other times of the day. The sleep hormone melatonin causes all body systems to shut down again. Sensitivity to pain increases again.

24-3 o'clock: bedtime

The immune system is now at its most active and fights pathogens, the adrenaline level drops. The body is set to regenerate, new cells are formed during sleep and the brain recovers.

3-7 a.m.: The body detoxifies

Blood pressure is now at its lowest. The lungs and large intestine detoxify the body. The waking phase begins again at five o'clock.