Transform Your Relationship with Food: A Guide to Positive Eating

By changing the way you perceive yourself, you directly affect how you look and feel. To change your attitude toward food, you must first alter your thinking, form new habits and develop an awareness of healthy mind/body connection. Think positively and good behavior will soon follow.

Instructions

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  Start thinking about food as fuel for the body. Food is the energy we need to keep our bodies moving. Eat for health and not just for what looks or tastes good.

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  Overlook the pretty labels in the grocery store. Packaging sells to the consumer. Avoid buying foods that are enticing because of a popular characters or a sleek design. If it's not healthy, don't buy it.

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  Change your perception. People become accustomed to eating what they know they like. Be courageous and try new foods that are good for you. You might like it if you give it a chance.

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  Go green. The entire world is trying to go green to save the planet. That should tell you something about what you need to eat to stay healthy. Green foods are vital to your health. Eat spinach, kale and broccoli.

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  Create a pleasant environment to change your attitude towards food. Don't eat and run. Turn on some soft music, light a candle and sip a beverage from a stem glass, even if you are dining alone.

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  Discipline yourself. If you typically eat whatever you crave, learn to stop and think before you put the food in your mouth. Keep a food journal. Review it often to see where you need improvement.