Mindful Eating From A Nutritionist
Did you know how you eat is just as important as what you eat when it comes to healing your acne? If you have been battling persistent breakouts despite overhauling your diet, it might be time to explore mindful eating, an often overlooked secret to clearer, healthier skin.
What is Mindful eating?
Mindful eating is about bringing your full attention to the act of eating. It’s the practise of being present with your meals, free from distractions and truely connected with your food. This approach isn’t just about savouring your meals, it also plays a role in digestion, nutrient absorption and even hormonal balance, all of which are essential for skin health
Why mindful eating. matters for acne-prone skin
When you eat mindfully, you are setting yourself up for better digestion. By preparing your food, chewing properly, avoiding stress during meal times and ultimately slowing down, you can reduce inflammation, activate enzymes that help breakdown your food, absorb your nutrients effectively and support your gut health.
MINDFUL EATING Tips
Sit down for your meals
Create a calm, distraction-free environment by sitting down at a table for every meal. This helps you focus on your meals and signals your body that it’s time to digest.
Chew your food thoroughly
It might sound simple or obvious but a lot of us don’t chew our food for long enough. Chewing is the second step to digestion. The first step is preparing your meal. Proper chewing activates enzymes in your saliva, which starts breaking down food and make nutrients easier for your body to absorb. Aim for 20-30 chews per bite.
Avoid drinking with meals
Drinking large amounts of water or other beverages during meals can dilute stomach acid, slowing digestion. Instead hydrate 30 minutes before or after eating.
Slow down
Take small bites, put your utensils down between bites, and pace yourself. This helps prevent overeating and gives your body time to signal when it’s full.
Healing your skin starts with simple, intensional habits.
If you want help you clear your acne or skin concern and radiate confidence without wasting time, money, and energy on ineffective solutions, you can book a FREE 15-minute consultation today. My approach focuses on understanding your unique skin type, diet, lifestyle, and underlying health conditions to create a tailored plan that addresses the root causes of your acne.