TCM Basics 101: TCM Body Clock Small Intestine 1pm - 3pm

Having to connect and set yourself to work from 11am to 1pm, what organ is up next in its highest function from 1pm to 3pm?

1pm to 3pm – Small Intestine Time

Organs related: Small intestine

During this time, food from lunch earlier will complete its digestion and assimilation at the Small Intestine. The body is processing and separating usable energy from waste.

What you should do: This is the time to go about daily tasks and get organized and solve issues.

Interesting fact: The action of the Small Intestine is to separate the useful energy from the waste. This action of separation and organization puts things into perspective for the body.

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Emotional processing happens at this time too, so feelings of insecurity may surface at this time.

So take this time to come face to face with the insecurity, address it, solve your problems and get organized.