Any tips on chewing slowly?

[mariernest 32]

My whole family eats so fast then sit and wait for me when we go out to it. It makes me not enjoy it and I end up getting a take out Box. I don't like not making it a social occasion

[hmills653 365]

Feeling sick as hell after eating should help you remember to chew slowly. That's what did it for me. Also with the not drinking until after 30 min.

Lol....so true!

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[alcn1derlnd 146]

There is an iPhone app call WatchMeEat that with pace you to eat slowly.


HW-292

SW- date 6/29/17

CW-268

[Savagegirl 97]

Move your fork to your opposite hand just as an experiment for a meal. It really slows you down!

[ilgc 17]

It's so difficult but I find these things helpful to do after each bite, step away from your plate for a designated amount of time (2-5 minutes), set a timer for 2-5 minutes, play a game on your phone, eat with others n socialize during the meal (ie ask questions/try general conversation after each bite & don't take another until the person is done talking) , etc

[MCE1205 47]

I am 14 mos post-op RNY and I have not been successful at this. I have always been a fast eater but I know I've slowed down a bit but not to the recommended amount. I do wait the 30 mins for drinking but I've never gotten ill from eating too fast (yet).