"Mindful eating means that we are fully aware of why we eat, when we eat, what we eat, how we eat and how much we eat" in short, adopting this healthy habit can help put the brakes on runway eating and contribute to overall wellness. To make mealtime more meaningful, understand:(HarperCollins) with Hanh.
Health : Foods
Why we eat
Pay attention to your emotionnal health. Are you eating because you are hungry, or is anxiety causing you to reach for the chips?
When we eat
Be mindful of the time of day." Did you miss breakfast? Skipping meals makes us more vulnerable to overeating later. " says Cheung.
What we eat
When you are shopping, remind yourself that you want to eat healthy for yourself, your family and the planet. Similar to anchoring on your breath during meditation to help you focus, fine a cue, such as your watch, that will help you remember to make good choices, suggests Cheung
How we eat
Take small bites, chew well, eat slowly and put your utensils down between bites. "Stop multitasking while you eat-no reading, texting, e-mailing or waching television-and instead engage all of your senses on the food" say Chung.
How much we eat
Traditional Chinesa medicine says to follow the 80 percent rule. Make a choice to away your plate when you're 80 percent full.
