MINDLESS MUNCHING
HOW TO CONTROL UNHEALTHY FOOD CRAVINGS
Published By Livemint | 05 Apr, 2023
FED UP OF EATING JUNK FOOD?
Uncontrollable urge to eat keeps us constantly munching unhealthy food
CAUSES
Craving for specific food/taste can be due to illness, nutrition abnormalities, stress, etc
CURB UNHEALTHY EATING
Follow these Ayurvedic tips to curb unhealthy eating
RELIEVE STRESS
Sugar craving is often linked with emotional state and stress. Cut down on your stress
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ALL SIX TASTES
Eat freshly cooked meal consisting all six tastes: sweet, salty, ,sour, spicy, bitter, and astringent
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SLEEP ON TIME
Aim to hit the bed before 11 pm to avoid late night munching or cravings
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WHOLE CARB DIET
Include whole carb in your diet by choosing veggies, quinoa, legume, and whole grains
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STRESS MANAGEMENT
Practise stress management with the help of yoga, meditation, journaling, etc
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FENNEL SEEDS AFTER MEAL
Chew small amount of fennel seeds after your meal
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STARTER
Start meal with a sweet taste or include ghee in the first piece of your food
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POST-MEAL WALK
Walk after your meal or sit in Vajrasana
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DRY GINGER POWDER
Try to include dry ginger powder in your cooking
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