We encounter stressors from work, home life, or personal challenges every day. It can all build up, and some days are harder than others. On these particularly hard days, do you ever feel like eating a whole bag of chips or a big fat slice of chocolate cake? If so, you are not alone. It […]
Mindful Eating: Enjoy Your Food & Eat With Intention
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, many tend not to pay too much attention to how we eat. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture studies, Americans spend 2.5 hours a day eating. But more than half the time, they do something while eating – watching TV, on their phone/laptop, working, or driving. Mindfulness […]
Portion Control: How to Eat Mindful Servings
Portion sizes have evolved over the years. For example, in the 1980’s a bagel was 3 inches wide. Fast forward to today’s standard bagel size, which is twice as wide. It’s not just bagels, but restaurant serving sizes are misleading people to eat past the point of fullness. It’s important to know the difference between […]