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Culture06:48 · 48m ago

Chef Assaf Granit Reveals Surprising Morning Routine for Business Success

By מערכת ice
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
The story · English

Renowned Israeli and international chef Assaf Granit, known for his demanding schedule, has revealed an unconventional method for starting his workday. A recent social media post showed Granit submerging his face in a bowl of ice water at 8:15 AM. This extreme 'ice facial' routine is part of a global biohacking trend aimed at boosting alertness and mental focus.

Granit's practice highlights a broader movement focused on optimizing morning routines for productivity. The article offers five tips inspired by this trend for readers seeking to energize their mornings. These include embracing cold exposure like ice facials or cold showers to improve circulation and focus, seeking natural sunlight within the first 20 minutes of waking to regulate the body's internal clock, and delaying screen time for the first 30 minutes to maintain mental quiet.

Additional advice suggests drinking a large glass of water immediately upon waking to rehydrate after sleep and stimulate digestion before consuming caffeine. Finally, incorporating 5-10 minutes of light movement, stretching, or a short walk is recommended to release endorphins and prepare the body for the day. The article briefly notes that Granit was recently in the news regarding behind-the-scenes drama on the reality show 'Game of Chefs,' though a separate interview with businessman Assaf Rappaport addressed and dismissed rumors about his involvement in firing a co-judge.

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