Mindful Eating: The Get-Slim Skill You Need to Master

Learn how to eat less and enjoy food more with these 8 tips from nutritionist and emotional eating expert Bonnie Taub-Dix.

By Bonnie Taub-Dix

Take a bite, put your fork down, swallow, repeat.
Take the time to stop, put your fork down in between bites, and truly enjoy the food you put in your mouth. It takes at least 20 minutes for your brain to register that you're eating, so give it a chance to recognize the sensation of satiety. If you eat too quickly, you probably won't realize you're full until you are stuffed.

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