Week 1
What is mindfulness in eating?
The practice of being fully aware of your eating experience and bodily cues.
What is a balanced meal?
A balanced plate typically includes portions of vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
What is the ketogenic diet?
This diet emphasizes high protein intake and low carbohydrates, often used for weight loss and managing blood sugar levels.
What is chickpea pasta?
This type of pasta, made from legumes like chickpeas or lentils, provides more protein and fiber compared to traditional wheat pasta.
What are unsaturated fats?
This type of fat, found in avocados, nuts, and olive oil, is beneficial for heart health and can help reduce inflammation.
What is mindful eating?
This type of eating helps you recognize hunger and fullness signals, leading to better portion control and reduced overeating.
What are carbohydrates?
This type of nutrient is essential for energy production and should be consumed in moderation to maintain overall health.
What is intermittent fasting?
This diet involves alternating between periods of eating and fasting, such as 16 hours of fasting followed by an 8-hour eating window.
What is almond milk?
Instead of using traditional dairy milk, this plant-based milk alternative is made from almonds and is often lower in calories.
What are fruits and vegetables?
Eating a variety of these foods—such as leafy greens, berries, and citrus fruits—ensures you get essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
What is mindfulness?
Research suggests that incorporating this practice can help reduce emotional eating and manage food cravings.
What is protein?
Proteins are needed for the body to function properly.
What is a vegan diet?
This plant-based diet excludes all animal products, including meat, dairy, and eggs, focusing solely on plant foods.
What is stevia?
This natural sweetener, derived from the leaves of the stevia plant, is used as a sugar substitute with no calories.
What is clean eating?
This dietary practice involves reducing or eliminating the consumption of processed foods and focusing on whole, natural foods.
What is sensory awareness during meals?
This technique involves paying full attention to the flavors, textures, and sensations of food, which can enhance meal satisfaction.
What are vitamins?
Consuming appropriate portions of fruits and vegetables is crucial for getting this type of nutrient, which helps with immune function and reducing inflammation.
What is a diverse diet?
What is a diverse diet?
What is cauliflower rice?
This alternative to white rice is made from cauliflower and is lower in calories and carbohydrates.
What is plant-based protein?
This type of protein, found in foods like legumes, nuts, and seeds, provides essential nutrients and is a plant-based alternative to animal proteins.
How does mindful eating influence food choices?
Mindful eating encourages choosing foods that are more nourishing, rather than those high in sugar or fat, by promoting greater awareness of the food's impact.
What is nutritional balance?
To avoid deficiencies and excesses, this practice involves paying attention to the proportion of different food types consumed in your daily diet.
What is the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)?
This diet plan, often used for managing cholesterol and heart health, emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, while limiting saturated fats and processed foods.
What is almond flour?
Replacing regular flour, this nut-based flour is used in baking to reduce carbohydrates and add healthy fats.
What are whole grains?
These whole grains, such as quinoa, brown rice, and oats, are high in fiber and help support digestive health and stable blood sugar levels.