SOUP for Thought!

According to a recent study, people who ate hot soup as an appetizer before a meal averaged consuming 135 calories less during their meal. By slowly consuming a bowl of hot soup you allow your body a chance to feel satiated and may eat less when it comes to the higher calorie portion of the meal. Remember, it takes 10-15 minutes for your brain to receive and register the sensation of fullness from the stomach. Aside from the soup trick you can also try:

• Chewing!
  
• Cutting your portion into smaller pieces
• Drinking 8-12 oz. of water 10 minutes before a meal
• Eating a low calorie salad 10-15 minutes before your main entree

Many of us are constantly on the go and rarely take the proper time to slow down and savor the food we eat. Do yourself a favor and start enjoying your healthy meals... Slowly!