Mindful eating, day 8: Express gratitude

Today's challenge: Be thankful for your food.

TODAY'S CHALLENGE Be thankful for your food. It's easy to rush through your meals without taking the time to appreciate the food on your plate. Considering the origin of the food that nourishes your body may lead you to make better decisions for your health and the health of the planet. Before eating meals and snacks today, ask yourself the following:   Where did this food come from? If you aren't sure, that's OK.  Did this food have to travel a long distance to reach your plate? What went into raising or growing your food? How long did it take? After asking yourself these questions, take notes about any feelings or thoughts you may have in your journal or smartphone.    With this simple mindfulness exercise, you can develop a better understanding of how connected — or disconnected — you are to the creation of your food. To develop a deeper connection with your food, try cooking your own meals, buying locally grown food, and learning more about where your food comes from. Until tomorrow, The Healthline Team Top Nutrition Stories Bone Broth: How to Make It and 6 Reasons Why You Should READ ON › 8 High Protein Nuts to Add to Your Diet READ ON › Can Dogs Eat Oatmeal, and Should They? READ ON › The 10 Best Prepared Meal Delivery Services in 2020 READ ON › ADVERTISEMENT Try a top-rated app for meditation and sleep Experience 100+ guided meditations with Calm's award-winning meditation app. Designed for all experience levels, and available when you need it most in your day. Start your free trial today. START FREE TRIAL › Follow us View in browser   To see all newsletters, click here.   Our services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline Media does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See additional disclaimer information.   Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe    © 2020 Healthline Media 660 Third Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107