Last Monday we talked about what to eat for a healthy diet but today we'll take a look at how you eat it. You might be thinking what is there to discuss in how to eat your meals. Well, a lot actually!
Since our childhood, our elders have been telling us this - 'eat slowly! Chew properly! Don't just gobble down your food!' We have all heard this but whether or not we took this advice is a different question ;)
My tip for today is just that -
Sounds simple enough, doesn't it? Here are some good reasons why you should be doing this:
Since our childhood, our elders have been telling us this - 'eat slowly! Chew properly! Don't just gobble down your food!' We have all heard this but whether or not we took this advice is a different question ;)
My tip for today is just that -
- Eat slowly and take the time to chew properly & actually enjoy what you are eating
- Don't rush through mealtimes or have your meals on the go
- Sit down to have your meals - It's very common to see Indian women having their meals either in the kitchen while cooking or while carrying out the after-cooking cleaning up. Definitely a no-no!
Sounds simple enough, doesn't it? Here are some good reasons why you should be doing this:
- Better digestion: Digestion actually starts in our mouth since our mouth secretes an enzyme, which aids in digestion when mixed well with our food. So ensure you take the time to chew your food.
- Eat as much as you need: It takes about 20 minutes for our brain to understand that we have had enough. So when we eat fast, we tend to eat beyond how much we need and conversely, by eating slow, we give ourselves the time to realize that we are already full!
- Satisfy your taste glands, not just your hunger pangs: Savor all the different flavors you are consuming. For example, if you are having a scrumptious biryani, doesn't it make sense to take the time to enjoy it rather than gobbling it down in a jiffy?
- Time to relax: Don't try to squeeze your meals between chores or tasks. Instead take meal times as time to relax and spend with the family or unwind by yourself. Don't rush yourself through meals .... whatever it is that's on your mind, it can wait till after you're done with your meal!
So next time you are having your meal, don't simultaneously text your friends or reach out for the TV remote. Concentrate on enjoying your meal. Bon Appetite!
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