How Much Food Is Too Much Food??! 

Living human life, we sustain completely on food and fluids. But we often go out of track following what we eat and forget to keep track of what goes on inside our body. 

The body, when fueled with the right amount of food of adequate nutrients, always adds to the advantage of better living and work outcomes. It helps cultivate a greater awareness of your body, hunger cues, and the sensory aspects of food. 

Living in a fast-paced world where each minute demands us to be on top of our game, by default we opt for instant or fast food. This may invite us to a multitude of health affections, stress, hypertension, and diabetes. 

The natural Indian built is made for indigenous food, that is our staple diet is made up of a variety of grains like rice, wheat, ragi, jowar with local vegetables, greens which we should take to our advantage. 

But at this point, the variety shouldn’t be bothering us. We should be more concerned about the mindset and the proportion that we have while eating. 

So, what’s the proper mindset during the process of eating 

Make yourself comfortable: Yes, we need to find a comfortable, ambient place to eat food where we can visualize the varieties on our plates. 

Forget about what was happening before, what should be happening later just stay in the present.  

Turn off all the electrical gadgets, and try to avoid things that might be bothering you, be it personal or social. 

Now, as you take each bite try to savor the food, slowly. As the flavors burst in your mouth spreading across your taste buds, try to be more aware of the time, and effort that goes into the procurement and preparation of it. Be grateful.  

Relish the food, and chew it properly instead of just swallowing it down your throat. If you chew your food properly in adequate proportions, there is no need to watch out for what the numbers show on the weighing scale. It’s that simple but it takes time until it becomes a daily habit. 

Having mindful portions of food, and showing gratitude towards the source of food and food will make the soul seek pleasure in little things. 

Before eating, check in with your body to assess your hunger level. While eating, notice how your hunger changes as you consume food. Pay attention to feelings of fullness and stop eating when you feel comfortably satisfied. 

Practicing mindfulness while eating is a skill that takes time and effort to develop. Start with small steps and gradually incorporate these mindful eating practices into your daily routine. Over time, it can help you develop a healthier relationship with food and promote a greater sense of satisfaction and well-being.