Do you ever find yourself mindlessly eating a bag of chips while watching TV? What about rushing through meals before running out the door? These habits are common, but they may not be as harmless as they seem. An older review of 24 studies found that distractions led people to consume more calories during the day and overeat at night.
The next time you sit down to eat, try removing all distractions and being fully present with your food. That means turning off your TV, avoiding your phone or computer, and putting that book aside.
When you're done eating, ask yourself how this meal felt compared to others. How long did it take to get full? How much did you eat? Was it easy or challenging? However it went, give yourself credit, and keep at it!
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