Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, but it’s time to give lunch its moment in the spotlight. Choosing a top-quality midday meal can be the difference between going strong until quitting time vs. crashing at your desk at 3pm.If you want to get it right, nutritionists have smart strategies for the best lunch possible. “Lunch is more than just a break in the day – it’s a biological checkpoint,” said Martha Theran, a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) at Pritikin Longevity Center. “It’s when you can stabilise blood sugar, reset your mental clarity and set the tone for how you’ll feel through the evening. A balanced lunch can improve memory and concentration within hours.” Don’t skip lunchWhen you’re having a super busy morning, it can be tempting to power through and skip lunch altogether. That’s a bad idea for your health and your productivity, experts said.