Eat Mindfully

When you're surrounded by your phone or television, it's likely to lead to distracted eating, which drives you to eat more throughout the day, not just at that meal.

Mindful eating, or paying full attention to what you're eating without being distracted, can help you notice your body's hunger and fullness cues so you can determine when you've eaten enough. Mindfulness can also help you in distinguishing between physical and emotional hunger. When you're hungry, evaluate if you're truly hungry or whether you're just bored or experiencing another emotion. If you have a habit of eating emotionally, try going for a walk, exercising, drinking a cup of tea, or writing in a diary before eating. Instead of multitasking during meals, set aside at least 20 minutes to focus on your food.