mindful eating

American  

[mahynd-fuhl ee-ting] / ˈmaɪnd fəl ˈi tɪŋ /

noun

1. the practice of eating with the express purpose of savoring every flavor, aroma, and texture of food, as usually accomplished through aesthetic appreciation of the food and slow, contemplative ingestion.

   Since adopting a routine of mindful eating, he is enjoying a healthier diversity of food choices.

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Etymology

Origin of mindful eating

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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mindful eating

The unspoken truth about the whole snack tin craze is that it’s restriction disguised as mindful eating.

From Salon ● May 17, 2026

Practicing mindful eating helps you become aware of your many thoughts, feelings and physical sensations related to eating.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 14, 2022

While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying your food while watching the Super Bowl or during family movie night, mindful eating is best achieved when your focus is on the meal.

From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2022

Participants learn and practice techniques for mindful eating and breathing, body scanning for greater stress awareness and strategies for reacting to stress differently.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 19, 2021

This, she suggests, will help us towards mindful eating.

From The Guardian ● Jan. 16, 2020