Sometimes, we tend to eat when we're upset or under stress. We turn to food when we're bored or lonely. And worse still, we want to munch on something when we're catching up on a good book or while watching TV. In short - we tend to eat when we don't really need food. We use it to stabilize our emotions or to accompany us in some activity. That's what we need to watch out against. Don't link up your food with your mood!

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Diet and food

Food is a vital necessity - hence it shouldn't be underrated. We need adequate and nutritious food to keep fit and healthy. But one must eat when it's the right time to eat and not otherwise. We need to ensure we don't munch to our moods.

Eat when you're really hungry and not otherwise. Hunger should be felt involuntarily - and not simulated or triggered off by the sight or smell of food.
Don't read or watch TV when you eat. Concentrate on your food. Make sure you chew your food well before you swallow it. You'll be able to cut down your food quantity significantly.
Make a schedule of your meal times. And stick to it. Don't eat outside the schedule. Give yourself a decent gap between meals, but don't let yourself get too hungry.
If you're upset or angry, don't reach for a plate of snacks - drink a glass of water and go for a walk instead. And keep walking till you've gained control over your mood.
If you find it difficult to refuse food, don't visit people during meal times. Make sure you eat at home, get together with people without food being a part of the plan - and return before your next meal.

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