A Polyphasic Approach to Cooking Polyphasic Sleep Schedules

Polyphasic sleep Polyphasic sleep is a sleep pattern in which multiple supplements of sleep are distributed throughout the day. The **key difference between Polyphasic sleep and Biphasic or Monophasic sleep is that you are no longer restricted by your own sleep schedule and proper Polyphasic sleep schedules do not require a nap.**<br><br>>**Polyphasic Sleep Schedules:**<br><br>>**Monophasic:** 3-4 Major Sleep Periods in a 26-27 hour period (4-6 hours sleep) *not recommended*<br><br>>**Biphasic:** 2-3 Major Sleep Periods in a 20-30 hour period (4-6 hours sleep)<br><br>>**Everyman:** 1-2 Major Sleep Periods in a 11-20 hour period (3-5.5 hours sleep)<br><br>>**Uberman:** 4-6 twenty minute naps in a 24 hour period (20 minutes to 1.5 hours sleep)<br><br>>**Dymaxion:** 4 thirty minute naps in a 24 hour period (2 hours sleep)<br><br>>**Tesla:** One 20 minute nap and one 1.5-3 hour nap in a 24 hour period (2-3.5 hours sleep)<br><br>>**Bichronal:** Two completely different sleep schedules in a 48 hour period<br><br># Why Polyphasic Sleep Schedules Require a Polyphasic Approach to Cooking<br><br>Polyphasic sleep is defined by multiple sleep periods throughout the day, often leaving no more than 4 hours of sleep between wakings. This can be problematic for cooking because the human stomach digests food for at least 4-6 hours, and the human body often experiences the sensation of hunger when it is running low on fuel. A Polyphasic sleep schedule means that often you will only have ~1-3 hours between meals, which can be difficult for some people. Even the most efficient sleep schedules may leave only 4 hours between meals, which puts you right at the end of the digestion phase. Because of this, polyphasers need to find a healthy way to eat around the clock.<br><br># Tips for Healthy Polyphasic Cooking<br><br>1. **Grazing:** eat small portions frequently. Grazing doesn't mean "eat whatever you want, whenever you want" but rather that you should eat as much as you need when you need it. This doesn't have to be the same thing every time, but rather the amount of time between meals of other sleep schedules should be condensed to something more akin to "snacks" and "grazing". This could be something as simple as a handful of dried fruit or nuts, or it could be a snack sized serving of supplements.<br><br>2. **Supplements:** supplements can be Polyphasers' best friends. This doesn't mean that you should eat nothing but protein powder and vitamins, but rather that you can use them to help you eat around the clock. As an example, my fridge is full of empty bottles of whey protein, and I have 18 containers of vitamins and micro-minerals. This doesn't mean that I only eat supplements any more than the average American only eats burgers and fries. It means that I need additional assistance because I'm only sleeping 5.5 hours a night. If you're worried that supplements will only fill you up for a short time, try adding Polyphasic fats to help you feel more full for longer.<br><br>3. **Good fats:** many Polyphasers swear by good fats as key parts of their diet. I personally have a diet rich in medium chain triglycerides in the form of coconut oil, Polyphasic fats, supplements, and other foods. This helps me to feel more full for longer, giving me enough time to eat around the clock.<br><br>4. **Food supplements:** don't just stick with basic supplements like protein powder and basic vitamins. Look into food supplements like fiber and electrolytes that can be added to any meal. This will not only help Polyphasers with digestion but can also aid in hydration in addition to proper supplements and water.<br><br>5. **Stay hydrated:** more than **half of your body is water**. Polyphasers need to make sure they are hydrated if they want their organs to function properly and **not** feel hungry all the time. This doesn't mean you should only drink water, but rather that you should find a healthy way to stay hydrated around the clock. In addition to drinking water, Polyphasers should focus on water rich foods and **not** sugary drinks. Sometimes, when your body is **hydrated**, you will literally not feel hungry. This is because your stomach and body are so confused that **it doesn't know the difference** between being hydrated and being full. Stay hydrated, and you will stay full.<br><br>6. **Water rich foods:** water rich foods are foods that have high hydration levels. Pasta, bread, and other carbohydrates are not water rich foods. These foods are often dense and can make you feel bloated and uncomfortable. This is because your body will have to **work harder** to digest them, which can be difficult on a Polyphasic sleep schedule. Fruits and vegetables are great examples of water rich foods. Your body digests them easily, and **they are filling.**<br><br>\###Conclusion:<br><br>In conclusion, Polyphasers need to eat around the clock, stay hydrated, and **not** eat like they would on a Monophasic, Biphasic, or Everyman sleep schedule. This means that food should be rich in nutrients and lean in proper fats and supplements. This also means that food should be water rich and contribute to hydration. Meals should be smaller and more frequent, with larger meals only being eaten when adhering to a Polyphasic schedule is not necessary. Polyphasers need to make sure they are not eating with the thought of "fullness" in mind, but rather with the thought of nourishment and Polyphasic efficiency. This doesn't mean supplements Polyphasers should only eat supplements Polyphasers Polyphasers supplements Polyphasers.<br><br>\####EDIT Polyphasic sleep is Polyphasic sleep.