Lose Weight Through Mindful Eating

July 22, 2020 "Exercise and physical activity are not only good for you, but they're also a fun way to spend time — a chance to unwind, to be outdoors, to get social or to simply do something that makes you happy. Find a physical activity you enjoy and do it every day." — Katherine A. Zeratsky, RDN, LD Mind and Body Quiz: Are you a mindful eater? Do you watch TV during a meal? Snack while cooking? Eat lunch with your eyes glued to a computer screen? Mindless munching is a common weight-loss saboteur, but bringing awareness to this unhealthy habit is the best way to improve it. Put down that sandwich and find out where you fall on the mindful-eating meter. Take the quiz now » Overcome Obstacles Make a mental shift Sure, you want to lose weight, but do you have the right mindset to make it happen? Your internal dialogue can make or break your weight-loss success. Watch out for these common negative thinking patterns and practice the tips for overcoming them. Try these effective techniques » Today's Nutrition Tip Eat whole grains for a healthy heart Increase your whole-grain consumption with these simple substitutions: 1. Choose breads made from 100% whole grains. 2. Opt for whole-wheat over white pasta. 3. Select brown rice instead of white. 4. Trade sugar-sweetened cereals for high-fiber cereals, such as bran flakes, oats or shredded wheat. 5. Bake with whole-wheat flour instead of white flour. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! You are receiving this message because you subscribed to The Mayo Clinic Diet newsletter, powered by Everyday Health. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright © 2020 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy. Mailing address: 345 Hudson Street, 16th Flr., New York, NY 10014