Eating your food too fast may harm your body in ways you never considered. Research shows it may up your odds of developing heart disease, diabetes and stroke, not to mention tipping the scales in the wrong direction. But there are methods to turn this habit around, especially if you approach it mindfully.
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Gobbling down your food too fast when you eat may not only eventually require loosening your belt; it may even contribute to the development of metabolic conditions and three of the most serious disease risks
1 out of 3 adults in the U.S. have metabolic syndrome
The longer you chew, the more time enzymes in your saliva have to start the digestion process, and could reduce how much you eat by almost 15%, which over time could represent a significant weight loss
Creating a calm environment by minimizing distractions and putting down your utensils between bites are two ways you can mindfully approach eating more slowly, for both your nutritional and emotional health There are many things regarding food that are said to be good or bad for you, but you may not have thought of this one: Eating too fast can literally do you in, and in a few more ways than what might be obvious. When you’re really hungry and what you’re eating is just so amazingly good — that’s a perfect recipe for eating too fast, which may present a choking hazard, but there’s more than that you should be aware of….