How much food have you eaten today without really being aware of what it is or how much you are putting in your mouth? Staying present and aware of what and how much you are eating at all times is a huge key to long-term weight management.
Because I'm working with you as you embark on this bariatric journey, I've been working on practicing the behaviors I'm recommending to you. Fascinating, I've become aware of how much I eat without even realizing it. For me, this is particularly true when I eat with other people.
I get so busy talking and serving that I eat very quickly, barely chewing my food, and before you know it, I've over eaten and feel quite full. Watch yourself and see where you lose your eating awareness; then, you can work on staying present in these situations before you over eat.
How about all that chewing? It's essential you chew, chew, chew your food. While it is extremely important after surgery, it is also important before hand. Chewing activitates your saliva and starts the digestive process. Digestive enzymes in your saliva breaks down your food, so don't miss out on this major part of the digestive process.
Many cases of acid reflux and poor digestion are improved tremendously simply by slowing down and chewing food until it is liquid in the mouth and then swallowed.
Stay aware of everything you put in your mouth. Slow way down when you eat. Chew, chew, chew!
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