- Take a moment to relax before eating. Let the tension of the day go. Open to receive nourishment. Just as you prepare your food, prepare yourself for the experience of eating.
- Appreciate the nourishment process.
- Try to eat your food mindfully. Chew your food slowly and thoroughly. Take smaller bites. Put your eating utensil down after taking a bite.
- Choose the freshest, least processed foods.
- Choose seasonal foods that are locally grown. This choice will support your community.
- Recognize the relationship between food and the world around you. Assume responsibility for your environment by choosing organically grown foods that promote sustainability. Also choose non-packaged products and products with recyclable packaging.
- Make a higher percentage of your foods plant based foods.
- Choose whole foods, including whole grains and whole grain products.
- Choose fresh, unprocessed vegetables and fruits on a daily basis.
- Balance your food choices. Don’t allow your diet to focus too exclusively on a single food or food category.
- Explore different ethnic foods, spices and seasonings from other countries.