Hello there,

I have recently become very interested in Mindful Eating, myself. As I continue along my own Spiritual path, it has become more important to me to pay better attention to my health and well-being. I used to run 5 miles every day, eat a clean diet, and lost about 50 lbs. Over the course of the last two years, I have lost some dear family members and undid all of my hard work. To get myself back on track, I picked up three books that I am now reading: “The Zen of Eating” by Ronna Kabatznick, Ph.D., “Savor” by Thich Nhat Hanh and Dr. Lilian Cheung and a wonderful all vegetarian cookbook “A Taste of Heaven and Earth” by Bettina Vitell. I became a vegetarian a while back, but I’d say that it isn’t actually necessary to mindful eating. Mindful eating is more about recognizing why you are eating and paying attention to all sensations during your meals. “Savor” is a fantastic introduction to Buddhism, as well, though it is not a necessary part of your change, either. There just happens to be a lot to learn from Nhat Hanh outside of eating practice that will prove invaluable no matter where you are Spiritually. The best of luck to you. And remember to always be gentle with yourself, it is all happening as it should.

• This reply was modified 10 years, 6 months ago by Nanette Stein.