Secondly, it is important to remember that people respond to visual cues. The media often taps into this quality through the use of print ads and commercials. In just a few seconds, an effective commercial can make you think about the product for the rest of the day.
Likewise, looking and thinking about food is the first step of digestion. When our mind knows that food is coming, it starts revving up the digestive system in preparation. This is where many cravings start from. Because of this, try avoiding things that remind you of certain food or that can trigger a craving. This includes walking past fast food restaurants and billboards.
Therefore, to reduce cravings and thoughts about food you want to avoid, it is best to keep it out of sight and out of mind. Try to watch or read health and lifestyle blogs and videos available online. Seeing others eating and cooking healthy food can help you maintain your motivation and give you inspiration.
#3: Size matters
As mentioned previously, people often respond to visual cues. We often size things up and weigh our options based on looks before making an initial decision. In relation to dieting, bigger may be better—at least when it comes to plate size.
For some time now, a popular diet hack was to use smaller plates and bowls to for better portion control. In addition, the illusion of having a full plate would make you think you were eating more. This diet hack is based on the Delboeuf illusion, wherein an object looks smaller or larger depending on what is near it.
However, using too small of a plate can backfire. Food looks more appetizing when it looks bountiful, which is what advertisements use to entice consumers. In addition, the image of a very full bowl on the front of a package may actually be more than one serving. As a result, you may unintentionally be eating more than you expected.
To get past this, try measuring food with a food scale, measuring cups, or even your hand. This provides more consistent visual cues, which is helpful when you buy food or cook at home.
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