Tips on Losing Weight and Keeping It Off
The average American consumes an estimated 20-25 percent of daily energy in front of a screen. Unfortunately, research suggests that multitasking while eating, including watching TV or working, can lead to overeating. Distracted eating is also linked unhealthy snacking (chips, soda, etc.). Combine those unhealthy snacks with overeating and weight gain is likely to follow. Thankfully, research also has shown that paying greater attention to a meal was linked with less eating later on. Portion control is another way that you can avoid binge eating while distracted. For example, don’t bring the whole bag of chips with you the next time you sit down in front of the TV. Instead, make it more difficult to overeat by putting the desired amount into a separate bowl.
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