Imagine the scenario when you feel hungry.
You rush to the kitchen, grab your favourite snack, and start eating.
But, wait! Does that count for mindful eating? Let’s first understand what mindful eating is.
Mindful Eating is about paying close attention to what and how we eat.
The practice of mindful eating involves using all our senses to appreciate the food, taking our time to interact with our food, and establishing a connection with our bodies.
For instance, when we eat mindfully, we engage our senses through vivid colors, tempting aromas, delightful textures, and even the sound of our food while we chew it. This results in developing a greater appreciation for the food by taking time to savor every bite.
At I Say Organic, we believe in nourishing both the body and the soul with wholesome, organic food and healthy snacks that are tasty as well as nutritious.
In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of practicing mindfulness when eating or conscious eating, and the various mindful eating practices you can adopt in your daily life.
Benefits Of Mindful Eating
Cultivating a healthy relationship with food has various benefits for our physical health and overall well-being. Below are some of the major benefits of mindful eating.
1. Improved Digestion
Conscious eating increases the likelihood of thoroughly chewing our meal, aiding in the breakdown of nutrients for better absorption. Also, improved digestion leads to a reduction in issues related to indigestion, gas, and bloating.
2. Aids In Weight Management Journey
When we practice mindfulness when eating, we tend to make more conscious food choices, related to what’s good for our health and what’s not. This in return supports us in our weight management journey by paying attention to what our bodies need, our hunger levels, and fullness cues.
3. Enhanced Nutrient Absorption
When we opt for mindful eating, we are more likely to select foods high in nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, like organic fruits and vegetables. By giving our food enough time to be properly chewed and digested by our body, we also increase our chances of absorbing the nutrients present in these organic produce.
