Bailey Bariatrics dietitian Rene Norman, RD/LD shares tips today on our blog to help you practice mindful eating.
Experts suggest starting gradually with mindful eating, eating one meal a day or week in a slower, more attentive manner. Here are some tips (and tricks) that may help you get started:
· Set your kitchen timer to 20 minutes, and take that time to eat a normal-sized meal.
· Try eating with your non-dominant hand; if you’re a righty, hold your fork in your left hand when lifting food to your mouth.
· Use chopsticks if you don’t normally use them.
· Eat silently for five minutes, thinking about what it took to produce that meal, from the sun’s rays to the farmer to the grocer to the cook.
· Take small bites and chew well.
· Before opening the fridge or cabinet, take a breath and ask yourself, “Am I really hungry?” Do something else, like reading or going on a short walk.