I just can’t seem to get myself motivated!
Do these words sound familiar? Even the most dedicated dieters sometimes feel at a loss on how to get themselves going.
Although it may seem like it simply pops up unexpectedly, motivation is actually a choice. [Read more…]
Many times the joy of eating isn’t about food as much as it’s about our social events or family get-togethers.
During these gatherings, you may find you get caught up in the experience of eating because it’s part of the fun of being with others. [Read more…]
What do you like best about your food?
As you pay attention to the foods you love, you may discover a lot of them appeal to you only because of their texture. [Read more…]
I ate a lot, and now I feel strong!
You may have discovered that sometimes food helps you feel more important or confident.
When you eat a huge amount of food, you may get a feeling of accomplishment or even a sense of conquering the meal. [Read more…]
Do you love to eat?
Personally, I love to cook, love to share food with others, and I just like food!
It’s perfectly okay to love eating and to appreciate good food. [Read more…]
You may not realize it, but your body’s needs for fuel aren’t always consistent.
Some days you actually need more food than others. [Read more…]
At some point in the process of eating a meal, most people stop briefly and lay down their forks or put down the food they’re holding in their hands.
Then they might stretch, talk a little, watch TV, or even read the newspaper. [Read more…]
What about the 20 minutes until your brain thinks you’re full?
Actually, the fullness scale we talked about yesterday is not the same as the 20-minute signal to your brain that indicates you’ve reached satiety. [Read more…]
A couple days ago, (Day 31) we looked at how to recognize hunger.
But how do you know when you’re full or you’ve eaten enough?
The next time you’re enjoying a meal, pay close attention to how you feel as you’re eating. [Read more…]
If you’re really hungry, do you need more food than if you’re just a little hungry?
The answer is NO—you just think you do!
When you feel “starved,” you’re just more likely to overeat, even though your body would be satisfied with a lot less food. [Read more…]