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Put Your Fork Down Between Bites

Slow Down Your Eating

From , former About.com Guide

Updated March 01, 2007

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It takes at least 20 minutes after eating for your stomach to tell your brain that it is full. But most of us finish a meal in 10 minutes. Give your stomach time to catch up to your brain by slowing down your eating. After putting food in your mouth, put your fork on the table and let go. Do not touch the fork until your mouth is empty. Repeat through the entire meal. Try this at least once a day.

Next Healthy Eating Tip: Reduce the Variety of Unhealthy Foods

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