Mindful eating

Today's challenge: Eat your meal free from distractions

Eat your meal free from distractions. For some of us, this may be the most challenging exercise. Here it is: As you eat, avoid using your phone or computer, don't read books or magazines, and keep the TV off. Whether it's working through lunch at a desk or noshing on chips while watching Netflix, distracted eating is common. But while it might seem harmless, it may encourage you to overeat. A review of 24 studies found that distractions led people to consume more calories during a meal. It also caused them to eat more food later in the day.   I made sure my laptop and phone were on the other side of the room. I ended up not finishing all of my food, which is rare...