5 Helpful Tips To Prevent Overeating

In this article, we are going to dive into tips to prevent overeating. If you find that you are an overeater, you aren’t alone.

Many people tend to eat too much especially with today's ever-increasing portion sizes and fast-paced lifestyle.

And people overeat for many different reasons.

Some people eat too much because they are stressed, others overeat due to being unorganised or because they hate wasting food. While the occasional overindulgence on a meal might not cause too much harm, over time it may lead to a serious health condition.

Helpful tips to prevent you overeating

Let’s dive into five different ways to help you stop overeating

Limit Distractions 

We often try to multi-task while we eat or sit on our phone, tablet or in front of the TV. By not paying enough attention at mealtimes we tend to overeat and can eat a lot quicker than normal, particularly if we are pushed for time.

By limiting distractions at mealtimes it will allow you to concentrate on how much food you are actually eating. Take your time to eat as it will make the body more aware of when it is full and send the cue to stop eating. 

Eat Protein-Rich Foods

Foods high in protein can help keep you fuller and more satisfied than other foods.

Eating protein-rich foods may also reduce the levels of the hunger regulation hormone ghrelin. Protein-rich foods include lean meat, fish, chicken, nuts, eggs, beans, and legumes. 

Reduce Stress

Stress raises hormone levels that promote hunger and encourage the body to replace the energy lost. Chronic stress or your busy lifestyle can lead to overeating and weight gain.

Reduce stress by exercising regularly, trying relaxation techniques such as meditation, mindfulness and deep breathing, journaling, spending time with friends and laughing. 

Be Prepared

Avoid making last-minute meal and snack choices as it is a common trigger for overeating.

If you go shopping when we are hungry or make impulsive food decisions we tend to pick foods that are nutritionally poor. Prepare and plan meals and snacks.

Also, have your freezer stocked full of meals that are nutritious. If you are time poor or haven’t prepared anything this allows you to grab something quickly that is healthy. 

Work Out Your Triggers

Many people eat because they are stressed, tired or sad, and a lot of people overeat because they are distracted or eat too quickly.

Make a list of things that trigger overeating and focus on changing one habit at a time. If you try and change multiple habits it can become overwhelming and you give up. Sometimes food habits take time to break, be kind to yourself and take things a day at a time. 

Reach out if these tips to prevent overeating don’t resonate with you

Overeating is a common problem.

By becoming more aware of how much you are eating, your food choices, identifying your eating patterns and how you are feeling before or when you eat it will help prevent overeating and curb your appetite. 

If you are struggling or are looking for more ways to prevent overeating, reach out and make an appointment so I can help you feel better, sooner. You can BOOK YOUR FREE 10 MINUTE DISCOVERY CALL HERE

Pam Hird helps women and men prioritise their health and wellbeing.

As a naturopath, nutritionist and personal trainer she helps them take control of their mental health and various health conditions through natural medicine and healthy lifestyle changes.

She gives realistic ways to help create a happier and healthier life. 

You can meet Pam in her clinic in Brighton (Brisbane North) in Australia, for online/phone consultations, or catch her on Instagram and Facebook (links in footer below).

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