Settle Your Thoughts


Stress levels have increased, and as well as many other risk factors contributing to type 2 diabetes or heart disease, we are now exposed to far more stressors than previous generations.
Stress has a way of affecting how we eat. It can seem to take up all the space in our brains; it makes us crave unhealthy foods and makes it easier for us to eat more than we should. Diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes benefit from stress…

weakens our immune system and
accelerates the production of pro-inflammatory cells, which is the basic basis of most diseases.
Breathing is a free and healthy way to reduce stress and help us clear our thoughts before we decide to eat. Research shows that “mindful breathing” can help reduce stress by reducing negative reactivity to repetitive thoughts, which differentiates mindful breathing from other trusted approaches to stress management (Feldman et al., 2010).
Getting out of stressful situations is ideal before eating, but sometimes we get into situations where we don't always feel good. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth a few times to calm yourself down before eating.

Stress causes us to lose control of our emotions. Eating in this state of mind can be self-destructive because food is often used as a source of comfort. Allow your mind and body to settle before each meal and you'll be able to make clear, concise decisions like…

when to stop eating, or  what foods to eat
Eating food slowly doesn't just make us think about what we're eating; it also slows down our digestion. Our body tells us when it's full, but if we're too distracted by stress or other emotions, we don't always get those messages. That's why it's important to start eating with a clear and focused mind open to any messages or feelings that may come your way. After a few bites, you may find that you're not hungry at all, or you don't particularly like what you're eating. If that proves to be the case, make sure you check in  with yourself to find out what your needs are at that moment. 

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