.......let your body register that satisfied feeling.
Believe it or not but mom was right. It’s actually better and healthier to eat slowly and chew all your food thoroughly. Recent research has actually shown that when people eat too fast, they consume more calories.
The trick the researchers say is a 20 minute rule. Let your food rest 20 min. before you eat something else!
Sit down to eat and focus on the food in front of you. Your goal is to savor each mouthful, aiming to ‘extract' the maximum flavor and satisfaction.
Put the fork and knife down between each bite. Have a pause halfway through the meal and ask yourself: "How full am I now or do I need to eat more?".
Take small bites and chew well. Aim to chew each mouthful at least 5 times before you swallow.
While you're retraining yourself, don't eat in front of TV or while you read. It becomes ‘mindless eating' and you don't remember what you've eaten.
Don't eat while you walk or shop.
If you have to eat at your desk at work, clear aside a small spot and have your food there, keeping a distance from your computer or paperwork.
If you are trying to loose those extra pounds, it may be beneficial for you to take your time when eating breakfast, lunch or dinner, or any snack in between. While it may take more time out of your day, the overall health benefits of eating more slowly will actually pay off. Guess mom knew what she was talking about!
Here’s a version of the classic macaroni and cheese recipe that’s only 4 points per serving. It’s a delicious comfort food that your whole family will love!
Believe it or not but mom was right. It’s actually better and healthier to eat slowly and chew all your food thoroughly. Recent research has actually shown that when people eat too fast, they consume more calories.
The trick the researchers say is a 20 minute rule. Let your food rest 20 min. before you eat something else!
Sit down to eat and focus on the food in front of you. Your goal is to savor each mouthful, aiming to ‘extract' the maximum flavor and satisfaction.
Put the fork and knife down between each bite. Have a pause halfway through the meal and ask yourself: "How full am I now or do I need to eat more?".
Take small bites and chew well. Aim to chew each mouthful at least 5 times before you swallow.
While you're retraining yourself, don't eat in front of TV or while you read. It becomes ‘mindless eating' and you don't remember what you've eaten.
Don't eat while you walk or shop.
If you have to eat at your desk at work, clear aside a small spot and have your food there, keeping a distance from your computer or paperwork.
If you are trying to loose those extra pounds, it may be beneficial for you to take your time when eating breakfast, lunch or dinner, or any snack in between. While it may take more time out of your day, the overall health benefits of eating more slowly will actually pay off. Guess mom knew what she was talking about!
Here’s a version of the classic macaroni and cheese recipe that’s only 4 points per serving. It’s a delicious comfort food that your whole family will love!
Weight Watchers Macaroni and Cheese
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
1 cup dry elbow macaroni
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (1 C)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup thin white sauce
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1 pinch paprika
Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Boil macaroni until tender.
3. Make a white sauce (or use jar kind) and add dry mustard and paprika. Thoroughly blend.
4. Add 4 oz. cheddar cheese to the white sauce and stir until melted.
5. Add Worcestershire sauce and blend.
6. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
7. Layer noodles and sauce alternately for two layers.
8. Sprinkle with 1/4 C cheddar cheese and paprika.
9. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until lightly browned.
WW POINTS per serving: 4
Nutritional information per serving: 166 calories, 9.4g fat, 0.5g fiber
Ingredients
1 cup dry elbow macaroni
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (1 C)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup thin white sauce
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1 pinch paprika
Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Boil macaroni until tender.
3. Make a white sauce (or use jar kind) and add dry mustard and paprika. Thoroughly blend.
4. Add 4 oz. cheddar cheese to the white sauce and stir until melted.
5. Add Worcestershire sauce and blend.
6. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
7. Layer noodles and sauce alternately for two layers.
8. Sprinkle with 1/4 C cheddar cheese and paprika.
9. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until lightly browned.
WW POINTS per serving: 4
Nutritional information per serving: 166 calories, 9.4g fat, 0.5g fiber
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