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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