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Get in touch with your body and how it feels at different times.
Pay attention to how your stomach feels when you are hungry,
versus what it feels like after you drink a glass of water. The empty

stomach feeling will go away after you drink the water. As you
are eating, listen to your body. The empty feeling in your stomach
should start to dissipate as you eat.

Once you notice a full feeling, stop eating, no matter how much
food is left on your plate. You should feel energetic and light, not
heavy and uncomfortable, after you eat. Take the time to sit and
relax for a while before deciding if you really want to eat more.

Tips to help you stay full

► Drink a big glass of water about 10 minutes before each
meal. This will encourage your brain to think that you are full

sooner.
► Focus on the taste of the food, and thoughts of fueling your
body, while you are eating.
► Once you feel full, remove the food from your plate. You can

always make a new meal later with the leftovers!
► If you feel the need to continue eating, drink a nice cup of
herbal tea first. Then, reassess if you are still hungry.
► It is possible that you may feel food cravings that are mental,

not physical. Try not to eat again until you sense the empty
feeling.

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