Stay Hydrated: – Drink a glass of water before meals to help curb hunger, as thirst can sometimes be mistaken for hunger.
Plan Balanced Meals: – Plan meals that include a balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. This helps satisfy nutritional needs and promotes satiety.
Avoid Emotional Eating: – Be mindful of emotional triggers for eating. If you're feeling stressed, bored, or sad, find alternative ways to cope instead of turning to food.
Mindful Grocery Shopping: – Make a shopping list and stick to it. Avoid impulsive purchases and focus on buying nutritious foods.
Practice Gratitude: – Before eating, take a moment to express gratitude for the food in front of you. This simple act can enhance awareness and appreciation.
Use the Hunger Scale: – Rate your hunger on a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being extremely hungry and 10 being overly full. Aim to start eating when moderately hungry (around 3) and stop when comfortably satisfied (around 7).
Reflect After Meals: – After eating, reflect on how the meal made you feel physically and emotionally. This awareness can inform future food choices.
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