> When was the last time you experienced a meal rather than just quickly slammed it down the hatch before moving on to your next “to-do” item?

> For many of us the process of eating has become almost subconscious. It’s swallowing some convenient food with little chewing (leading to digestive issues) - before getting on with our busy day. 

​> When you lack mindful eating you also often over-consume calories, as you are not aware that your body is registering that you are full. This is simply a lack of awareness when the body is communicating with you. We need to learn to LISTEN to our bodies.

​> Adopting the process of mindful eating can be a great way to slow down and drop into the present moment. It's also a hugely successful strategy when it comes to weight loss and modifying unhealthy eating habits

For example:
When you next have a meal sit down and SAVOUR it - without the addition of screen time! Notice the colours, textures, smells, the shapes, the sounds (yep, when you put your ear to some foods they will make a sound), and then bring the food into your mouth. Chew your food (sounds simple yet so many people under chew their food), move it around and let it linger in your mouth for a moment, before finally swallowing and dialling in to the tastes present. 

​Of course you don’t need to do this with every single meal you consume, but even occasionally introducing mindful eating will bring a whole new experience to meal time. Plus you will be much more likely to choose healthier food options and less likely to overeat - it’s a win-win!