SPEAKER: Have you tried
these ways to battle overeating?
Say you just finished
a great meal or a snack
and you're still hungry,
try this.
Brush your teeth,
or use mouthwash, or chew
some gum.
This signals your brain you're
done eating.
So don't forget to pack a stick
of gum next time you go out
to eat.
Or think inside the box,
the crayon box.
An adult coloring book is a fun
distraction to keep your hands
busy
and help take food
off your mind.
Track what you're eating to keep
yourself accountable.
You can use an app that helps
you count calories,
or you can check nutrition
labels which show you how
to measure out one serving
of packaged food.
Think about what you drink too.
A cocktail before dinner
may make you more
likely to overeat.
But a cup of coffee
or flavored tea after your meal
may help you feel full.
Sip it slowly and enjoy.
So next time you feel
like grabbing more grub,
put into action this food
for thought.