Chew Slowly and Eat Moderately: A Simple Habit to Care for Your Stomach and Spleen
Do you eat quickly? After eating, do you often feel bloated or lack energy? In fact, many small problems come from the way you eat. Today, I share a small tip from ancient Chinese medicine - chew slowly and avoid overeating. It's simple, free, and can be done every day.
Who is this technique suitable for?
If you often feel bloated after meals, get tired easily, want to control your weight, or have poor digestion, this method will suit you well. It helps your body absorb nutrients more easily.
What ingredients are needed?
Nothing is needed! The natural foods you usually eat will do: rice, vegetables, fruits, beans, meat or fish. The key is to change your eating habits, not to change the food.
How to do it specifically?
- Chew each mouthful 20 to 30 times, making the food into a paste before swallowing.
- Spent at least 20 minutes per meal, eat slowly, and take a break by putting down your chopsticks.
- Stop when you're about 70% full, feeling not hungry but not overly full.
- If you eat too fast, count in your mind, or divide the food into small portions.
Why is it effective?
In traditional Chinese medicine, it is said "follow nature and regulate the stomach and spleen." Chewing slowly and thoroughly aligns with the body's rhythm. The more you chew, the easier it is for the stomach and spleen to digest, leading to better nutrient absorption and naturally sufficient qi and blood. Avoiding overeating prevents damage to the stomach and spleen, maintaining the body's balance. Moreover, eating slowly makes people feel more satisfied, neither hungry nor full.
Small reminder
This habit follows the seasons - in winter, you can eat warm foods, and in summer, slightly cooler, but always eat slowly. Balanced diet will make your body gradually appreciate you.
Try it, starting from your next meal, don't rush. Eat slowly, let each bite become a small happiness.
Disclaimer
This article is for general dietary information sharing and does not constitute medical advice. If you have specific health issues or chronic diseases, please consult a professional doctor or nutritionist.