Mindful Eating Improves Digestion More Than You Think
Slowing down, chewing well, and eating without screens has measurable effects on the gut.
Digestion begins long before food hits the stomach. The way you eat is nearly as important as what you eat.
Chew thoroughly
Saliva contains digestive enzymes. Chewing each bite 20–30 times eases the load on the rest of the GI tract.
Eat without screens
Distracted eating leads to faster eating, overeating, and reduced parasympathetic tone — all bad for digestion.
Bitter and warm
Traditional cultures favor bitters and warm starters (broth, herbal tea) to wake digestive fire.
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Sources & references
- The Nutrition Source — Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
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