Gretchen Scalpi, RDN

February is American Heart Month and it brings with it an awareness that what we put into our body and how much we eat impacts our heart health.  We can talk about low fat food, gluten-free food, low carb diets, etc. but we should consider other health options like mindful eating.

What is mindful eating?  I’m glad you asked.  When you practice mindful eating you focus on the food and the enjoyment that comes from eating it.  You also learn to pay attention to your level of hunger and any triggers that might cause you to overeat.

There are so many excellent resources online where you can learn how to become a mindful eater and we’ve listed a few of our favorites below.

The Center for Mindful Eating
12 Mindful Eating Tips That Will Change Your Relationship With Food
Mindful Eating: 5 Easy Tips To Get Started
6 Ways to Practice Mindful Eating
What is Mindful Eating? – Am I Hungry?
Psychology Today – Mindful Eating
6 Ways to Become a Mindful Eater