Learn to focus on listening to the hunger and fullness cues of your body, and go against the idea that any particular food is “off limits.” The goal of mindful or intuitive eating is to create a lasting pattern of eating well that works (Tribole et al., 2020).

Everyone Can Benefit From Mindful Eating

If any of the below statements resonate with you, then you may be interested in some tips to get started.

“I want to be able to eat without guilt, shame, or anxiety.”

“I want to exercise for enjoyment, not just to burn calories.”

“I want to stop thinking about food all the time.”

10 Mindful Eating Tips

  1. Ditch Diet Rules and Restrictions
  2. Listen Closely to Your Hunger
  3. Allow Foods Without Guilt
  4. Silence the Inner Food Police
  5. Tune In to Fullness Cues
  6. Savor the Joy of Eating
  7. Feel Emotions Without Using Food
  8. Respect and Appreciate Your Body
  9. Move for Joy, Not Calories
  10. Choose Foods That Nourish and Satisfy

  • Ask A Registered Dietitian

    Consult with a registered dietitian for dietary support.

References

Tribole, E., & Resch, E. (2020). Intuitive eating, 4th edition: A revolutionary anti-diet approach (4th ed.). St. Martin’s Publishing Group.