Enjoy Food And Lose Weight!

It's great to lose 20 lbs, but it can only happen 1 lb at a
time. Small steps lead to big gains (or losses) over a
period of time. This is obvious in the management of one's
own body weight. But things are getting harder, because we
are getting heavier. What has caused the growing endemic of
obesity in the west?

The answer - Our lifestyle.

We are beginning to pay a health price for the luxuries we
enjoy. We find ourselves in a position where material
wealth and professional recognition matter more than the
simple pleasures of life. Food is one of them.

We like food that tastes good and is easy to prepare. In
the supermarket, we go the distance by reading nutrition
labels, but generally gravitate towards the foods we love
the most. Acquired tastes are hard to overcome. This
article is not about giving up your favorite foods, but
looking at the art of eating in a different way. This will
help unlock your weight loss potential, and open up a whole
new world of food enjoyment.

OUR APPROACH TOWARDS FOOD.

Small changes have big payoffs, especially with eating.
Let's take a humble lesson from the French. They have a
simple strategy – Enjoy your food rather than gulping it
down. Chew it slowly and savor every bite. Pause between
beats and concentrate on the taste, texture, flavor and
consistency of food. Being undistracted (not reading the
newspaper, talking on the phone, watching TV) and
swallowing slowly promotes digestion and contributes to a
feeling of fullness. This is the art of food enjoyment.

FOOD AND STRESS.

When in stress, the most common coping mechanism is food.
Sounds familiar?

Boredom, fear, anxiety and excitement are all triggers for
food. Other causes like eating on the run, availability of
fast-food makes it easier to cheat. Isn't it surprising how
easy it is to grab a burger and soda (not ‘real' food) and
eat it on the run? Would it be as hard to buy steamed
vegetables, grilled meat and a glass of sparkling water?

PACE DOES MATTER.

Eating slowly has unique benefits. The presence of taste
buds on the tongue means that it is important to eat small
bites. This allows the brain to recognize the taste of the
food and relish it. The slower you eat, the more you enjoy
your food. As a bonus, you consume less food due to
increased satiety.

Ask yourself - When was the last time you savored food? Do
you remember your last meal? If so, what was it, and can
you describe the taste in vivid terms? If the answer is no,
then its time to relearn the art of food enjoyment.

Focusing on our food involves sitting down at a table
(don't stand and eat). Take 30-45 seconds to enjoy the
sight and smell of the food before you begin. Take small
bites. Chew slowly and sip water regularly. Enjoy the
food and take at least 20 minutes to complete your meal.
Do not distract yourself with other activities while
eating. This means none of the following – television,
business, reading or talking on the phone. Sit down and
enjoy your meal.

When food is viewed as a source of relaxation and refueling
(instead of an inconvenience), everything starts to fall
into place. The correct eating habits will help you to get
more results by helping your mind, body and soul.


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