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Monastic Precept Around Eating After Noon Meal
Some people choose to follow a monastic precept of not eating after the noon meal, although it's optional based on individual bodies, health, and practice. Having only breakfast and lunch can provide more energy for the evening. When on a meditation retreat, consuming three heavy meals a day to stay awake is an option. Different places have different practices - for instance, at Goenka, dinner consists of tea and fruit, leading many to opt for a light dinner to maintain energy levels.