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Is it better to eat slowly?

Kristi Major
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In short, yes. When you eat slowly, you chew your food better, which aids in digestion. it also gives your body time to register that you're full, so you might not eat too much of unhealthy foods.

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How can I train myself to eat slowly?

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The easiest thing to do would be to cut out distractions that make you unaware of how quickly you are eating. This would include things like a TV or phone, but could also be trying to eat on-the-go.

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How long should it take to eat a meal?

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There's no exact time for how long it should take you to eat a full meal, since meals differ in size and in what they are made of. Just take enough time to be mindful of the fact that you're sitting down to eat and enjoying the food.

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How often should I eat?

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Try eating breakfast an hour and a half to 2 hours after you wake up. Then, eat meals every 3-4 hours with snack in between. That will help maintain your blood sugar throughout the day.

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