Mindful Eating: How To Tune Into Your Body’s Needs

Pause and analyse: Before eating, pause to determine if your hunger is physical or emotional. Consider if you're eating because of taste, smell, emotions, or true hunger.

Appreciation Makes Everything Beautiful: Take time to appreciate your food's aroma, presentation, and texture. Slow down and savour each bite to enhance your experience.

Talk to your body: Read your body's hunger and fullness cues. Eat when hungry, stop when satisfied, and avoid finishing everything on your plate unnecessarily.

Drop judgement or guilt: Let go of guilt or judgement about your food choices. Mindful eating involves acceptance and self-compassion, allowing you to enjoy treats without guilt.

Be grateful: Appreciate the effort behind your food. This awareness deepens your gratitude for the nourishment you receive.

Say Goodbye to Addictive Foods: Recognise and manage cravings for sugar, caffeine, alcohol, or other addictive foods that can lead to overeating.

Be mindful of each bite. Focus on each bite, noting its temperature, taste, and texture. This practice slows your eating, enhances enjoyment, and prevents overeating.

Reflect mindfully after eating: After eating, reflect on the experience. Consider if all types of hunger (eye, nose, ear, mouth, stomach, mind, emotional, and cellular) have been satisfied.

Inputs By: Lavina Chauhan, Sr. Dietitian, ToneOp Fit