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What is Intuitive Eating?

In-Shape | 24 Jan, 2023 | Wellness Tips & Trends | Return|

Intuitive eating is a holistic approach that focuses on listening to your body's hunger and fullness cues, rather than following strict diet rules or restrictions. It's about honoring your body and its needs, rather than trying to control it through dieting.

One major pillar of intuitive eating emphasizes the importance of paying attention to your physical and emotional hunger, rather than relying on external factors like social norms to dictate when and how much you eat. It encourages you to tune into your body's fullness cues and stop eating when you're comfortably satisfied, rather than stuffed.

Another key principle of intuitive eating is letting go of the diet mentality. This means ditching the all-or-nothing mindset and the idea that certain foods are "good" or "bad." Instead, all foods can fit into an intuitive eating pattern, as long as they align with your personal preferences and pathways to achieving health overall.

Intuitive eating can be a liberating and empowering way to approach food and eating. It allows you to tune out the noise of diet culture and listen to your own body's wisdom, rather than trying to follow someone else's rules.

So why is intuitive eating all the rage? For many people, it can be a refreshing and sustainable alternative to the constant cycle of dieting and restriction. It can also lead to improved physical and mental health outcomes, as well as a more positive relationship with food and your body.

So if you're feeling burnt out by dieting and want to try a more holistic approach to eating, give intuitive eating a try! It may just be the perfect fit for you.

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