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Mindful eating is an approach that encourages awareness of how we respond—physically and emotionally—to food and eating. Unlike mindless eating, mindful eating involves slowing down and being present during meals.

In today’s busy lifestyle, many people eat quickly, on the go, while working, or in front of the TV. With so many food choices and conflicting nutrition advice, it’s easy to become disconnected from our body’s natural hunger and fullness signals. From a young age, we’re often guided by external cues such as set meal times, finishing everything on the plate, or eating for comfort rather than genuine hunger.

By learning mindful eating skills, individuals may begin to enjoy meals more fully and develop a healthier relationship with food. Evidence shows that mindful eating can support people in recognising emotional triggers, reducing disordered eating patterns, and making food choices that feel right for their body.

At our local Wollongong practice, Denelle supports clients in building mindful eating habits by helping them to:

• Recognise internal hunger and fullness cues
• Notice how different foods affect energy and wellbeing
• Develop awareness of emotional versus physical hunger
• Build confidence in making food choices that align with their health goals

If you’d like to learn how to eat more mindfully and feel more connected with your body’s signals, you can book an appointment with Denelle to explore mindful eating strategies that suit your needs.