Check In and Assess your hunger. Are you eating because?
It’s a habit
Bored
Emotional sustenance
Note: What is it you really desire? Meat, fish, protein shake, fruit, nuts, and so forth. Minimize sugars and all whites (breads, potatoes, rice) , remove artificial sweeteners replacing with natural sugars, ex: carrots, apples.
Clear Space – Emotionally & Physically:
Set the table
Turn off TV, Radio, Digital Devices, and Books, etc.
Be present
Slow Down:
Bring yourself fully to the table
Chew:
Digestion begins with the act of chewing
The more you chew, the more efficiently you absorb nutrients
Place utensils on table or plate in between bites
Engage All Your Senses:
Appreciate Taste
Smell
How it is arranged
Texture
Take a Break from the mental chatter:
Relax and enjoy being present
*Start small with fruit peeling or cracking nuts. The latter one at a time, placing utensils down, chew and then on to the next piece. Alot of information taken from: Kripalu’s Approach to Diet-Six Ways to Slow Down and Savor Your Meal.
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