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Mindful Eating (First 5 Bites)

Medium (71%) 2 min Midday Stress

Eat the first 5 bites of lunch slowly and without screens. Improves satiety signaling and reduces overeating.

Scientific Evidence

Study Type
Randomized Controlled Trial
Sample Size
n = 194
Institution
Harvard T.H. Chan School
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Origin: Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness
71%
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How To Do It

  1. 1 Put your phone away and close your laptop
  2. 2 Look at your food before eating
  3. 3 Take 5 slow bites, chewing each 15-20 times
  4. 4 Notice flavors, textures, and temperature
  5. 5 After 5 bites, eat normally

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