There are many people in India working odd hours and night shifts or grappling with projects and deadlines. Apart from impacting the body’s natural cycles and metabolism, the biggest issue is how to eat correctly. The problem is compounded if we have Jain food preferences. These are times when weneed to stick to a balanced diet plan to remain healthy. This will also help us to combat stress. There are some things to keep in mind to maintain a Jain balanced diet plan; whenever you wake up, try and eat something if you have slept for more than 4 to 5 hours at a stretch. Keep healthy snacks in your bag and make sure you eat at least two freshly prepared meals in a day. Avoid tea, coffee, juices, soft drinks and alcohol. This plan has four meals with no timings specified. Any meal could be your first meal or last meal depending on your work schedule. Just ensure there is a 3 to 4 hour gap between meals.