Correct bad eating habits

We eat not only for nourishment but also as part of our social interactions. However, many people develop unhealthy habits that encourage overeating.

Here are a few examples of bad eating habits that you should try to avoid:

• Mixing food and entertainment.
• It's easy to mindlessly eat a tub of popcorn, a whole bag of chips, or a carton of ice cream while you're watching TV.
• Make eating a separate activity, and you'll consume less.
• Eating to relieve stress.
• There's nothing wrong with taking pleasure in eating, but try not to use food as your primary stress reliever.
• Find other ways to dissipate stress, such as exercising, listening to music, or meditating, rather than eating.
• Eating on the run.
• With the abundant availability of convenience foods, it's easy to grab something from a vending machine and eat your meals in your car. But try not to make this a regular habit.
• Plan your schedule to include enough time to prepare and eat your meals in a quiet place, without the rush.