7. Eat slowly
While we normally think of the brain as an organ that is capable of processing information at incredible speed, it might be surprising to learn that it’s actually a bit slow when it comes to certain functions related to eating.
For example, it takes your brain about 20 minutes to realize that your stomach is no longer empty. Knowing this, it is easy to see how quickly shoveling your food down like you are eating your last meal can lead to overeating. Slow things down and chew your food thoroughly, which will greatly aid digestion and allow your brain to catch up with your stomach when you’ve had enough.