Intuitive eating is an intentional form of eating that aims to deconstruct the idea that certain foods are “good” or “bad”. It requires you to tune in with your body’s wants and needs and eat what feels right for you. Eating intuitively may help you stop worrying about weight loss or gain and improve your physical and mental wellbeing.
No More Diets
Restrictive diets have generally been shown to lead to cycles of denial and bingeing, yo-yo weight loss and gain, and can encourage disordered eating. Intuitive eating rejects the strict rules of dieting and helps YOU decide what your body needs.
Listen to Your Body
Pay attention to hunger cues and fullness cues. Trust your body to tell you when you need to eat and when you’ve had enough. Eat slowly and mindfully.
Choose Foods That Make You Feel Good
Intuitive eating encourages you to eat a variety of foods so you get plenty of nutrients and doesn’t restrict you from eating unhealthy foods when you fancy them. You’re more likely to be satisfied with a cookie or chocolate bar if it’s not viewed as a source of guilt or shame.
Honor Your Emotions
Check in with yourself to see if you eat more when feeling anxious, bored, or overwhelmed. Mental health and physical health go hand in hand, and it’s possible to work with a therapist if you find yourself doing lots of emotional eating.
