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Mindful Eating: How to Practice It for Better Health
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Leena Mahtani : Dec 6, 2023 9:55:45 PM
Working from home has become the ‘new normal’ for many of us over the past few years. With all that extra time cooped up inside, it's easy to fall into the bad habit of mindless snacking throughout the day or relying on convenience foods. But you don't have to deprive yourself of delicious snacks and meals! With a little planning and careful preparation, you can establish healthy eating patterns while working from home so that your energy levels and body remain strong. This blog post will discuss practical tips and advice on creating healthy eating habits while working from home.
1. Keep Healthy Snacks Around
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2. Plan Your Meals Ahead Here are two delicious recipes that you can try at home:
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3. Set Eating Time Limits One way to implement this is by giving yourself designated meal breaks rather than snacking intermittently throughout the day. This allows you to have a set time to sit down and eat a balanced meal before continuing with your tasks. For example, you can schedule a 30-minute break for lunch at noon every day. During this time, you can focus solely on enjoying your meal and giving your body the necessary nutrients. Another could be setting a time limit for finishing your dinner by 7 pm. This ensures that you are not eating too close to bedtime, allowing your body enough time to properly digest the food before resting. |
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4. Practice Mindful Eating Another helpful tip for creating healthy eating patterns while working from home is to practice mindful eating. When eating, turn off the distractions and focus on the food before you. Be aware of your food choices, chew slowly, and savor each bite. Mindful eating helps you tune into your hunger and fullness cues. It provides a sense of calmness and helps reduce emotional eating. Here are two examples of how you can practice mindful eating:
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5) Stay Hydrated Some quick and easy ways to increase your water intake while working from home include:
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All in all, forming healthy eating patterns while working from home can be challenging but highly rewarding. It requires patience and mindful effort to adjust our eating habits. But small changes can add up to create powerful transformations. Don’t forget the basics: be aware of your hunger cues, plan meals and snacks that will keep you satisfied, swap unhealthy snacks for nutritious alternatives, stay hydrated throughout the day, and get creative! |
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The information provided in this article is for general knowledge only and should not be considered medical advice. It is always best to consult a healthcare professional before changing your diet or lifestyle. 🌱😊
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