Eat when you feel hungry and stop when you feel satisfied.
Sounds easy right? Well, guess what- it isn’t and the lifestyle of today doesn’t help make it any easier.
So what can you do to ensure you do this one thing?
Here are a few tips to get you started.
- In between meals, when you think you are hungry- try to drink a full glass of water, wait 10-15 minutes and see if you are still hungry.
- When your stomach is growling- eat whole foods comprised of vegetables, fruits, healthy carbs, lean protein, and healthy fat.
- Pay attention to your food and take your time when eating. If you scarf your food down in various ways and locations- you are not mindful of your food or your body.
- Enjoy your food. Take your time, smell it, taste it, chew slowly.
- Do something between bites- but don’t prep your fork for the next bite.
- Have a conversation with family or friends- but try to avoid the TV
- Most importantly pay attention to your body and STOP EATING when you are satisfied. Eating faster and sighing are both signs that you are satisfied.
It can take time to understand your body and realize when you are hungry or satisfied, but be patient and work towards eliminating unnecessary distractions.
Don’t look at eating as something difficult or a chore- change your mindset to enjoy it by slowing down!
