Be willing to give food its rightful place. Our society, the advertisements we see on TV, and our past experiences have given food a much higher status than it deserves. Food is essential to nourish our bodies. Food should be enjoyable, but it makes a poor friend, comforter, entertainer, and boredom fighter. Start to think about food differently. Your birthday celebration isn’t about the cake; it’s about celebrating how special you are. Thanksgiving is about giving thanks, not turkey and ham. Think about what it is that you need when you have the urge to eat when you are not hungry. If you are bored, find something to do. Lonely, call a friend. Work hard to shift the focus away from food and onto other aspects of life.
Give Food its Rightful Place
Posted on December 6, 2014 by Deb Hart
Deb Hart
Deb Hart is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. For the last 28 years, she has been helping bariatric surgery patients reach their health and weight goals. She teaches people how to set up a lifestyle that supports a healthy weight. Deb set up her own lifestyle to include lots of long walks with her furry family members, workout classes at her local wellness center, meal prepping, and finding new ways to enjoy foods without added sugar.
