Moods

Moods determine what goes in your mouth a lot. Some people eat when they are happy, some people eat when they are sad. Some people eat when the sun is shining or when it's cloudy. If you are like me you didn't need a reason or your mood really didn't make a difference. You just wanted a cupcake because you wanted it, screw the clouds or the bad news just give me the food. Learn to recognize those things that trigger you to eat without being hungry. Portion out your food. Never eat out of a box or bag because you'll just keep eating. If you want some chips take a few out the bag and put the bag away and leave it! Don't eat standing up or while you're on the phone. Don't eat in front of the TV. When you are eating savor your food and realize it's for nourishment and fueling your body. Enjoy it! Talk with your family. Eat slowly and chew thoroughly. Let you mind catch up with your stomach. If you are eating too fast you are probably eating too much because your body can't get the signals to your mind fast enough to let you know that you are food. Eating based on mood almost always comes with that time of the month as well. You may crave sweets or salty snacks that you have to have. Take your time and ask yourself if it's mood driving your eating or actual hunger.