Dr. Abhishek Deepak, a senior consultant gastroenterologist at Fortis Greater Noida, warns that eating lunch too quickly can have significant health consequences. Many employees rush through meals during work hours, often finishing in just five to ten minutes while multitasking. This habit can lead to digestive issues such as bloating, acid reflux, and discomfort. Fast eating disrupts the body's natural digestion process, as food isn't properly chewed and mixed with saliva, making it harder for the stomach to digest. Additionally, it interferes with appetite regulation; hormones that signal fullness take time to activate, leading to overeating. Over time, this can result in weight gain and increase the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. To promote healthier eating habits, Dr. Deepak recommends taking at least 20 minutes for meals, chewing food thoroughly, and avoiding distractions like work or phones during eating. Recognizing early signs of fullness is also crucial.