From a fattening daily routine to an insulin-free diet

Modern life is characterized by stress, lack of sleep and exercise and eating habits that do not correspond to the body's natural needs. A correspondingly large number of fattening hormones therefore flood the body every day. Insulin production in particular gets completely out of whack, resulting in growing fat deposits and a lack of energy . This is why Dr. Pape relies on a targeted insulin-balanced diet that meets the needs of the metabolism. There are clear rules for slimming while you sleep. If you stick to them, losing weight almost happens by itself.

Eat in an organic rhythm - the right way to do it

In the morning, the body needs energy in the form of carbohydrates. A whopping 75 g are allowed, and up to 100 g from a BMI of 30. Animal protein blocks the utilization of nutrients. "If you don't eat breakfast, you lose weight more slowly because your energy metabolism is then only running on a low flame," says Dr. Pape. Great for slimming while you sleep: large portions. This keeps you full for a long time - which is important, because the next meal is only eaten after a break of 5 hours. "Sticking to the insulin break will be easier as soon as you get used to the rhythm," promises the expert. In the evening, eat exactly the opposite: protein instead of carbohydrates promotes the release of growth hormones. Up to 70 percent of the energy required for cell regeneration is drawn from fat reserves. Very important: sleep regularly for at least 7 to 8 hours.

What can I eat and when?

In the morning:
Fill up on carbohydrates: 75 to 100 g depending on your BMI. Starch and sugar from bread, rolls, muesli and fruit nourish the brain after the night-time fasting phase. Animal protein from eggs, cold cuts and dairy products is not recommended.

At lunchtime:
Everything is allowed. "Your body is set for activity. It now processes carbohydrates in a mix with protein and healthy fats," explains Dr. Pape. The carbohydrate requirement is just as high as at breakfast. Pasta, rice and potatoes are good, as are eggs, fish, meat and cheese, high-fiber vegetables and salad. Dessert is also allowed. "And drink plenty, preferably water."

In the evening:
Carbohydrates are absolutely taboo. To ensure that fat is broken down at full speed while you sleep, eat pure animal or vegetable protein with salad or vegetables in the evening, with the exception of corn, carrots, peas and beans, which are high in starch and sugar.