Glossary
Mindful Eating
Updated February 28, 2026
Mindful Eating means paying attention to hunger, appetite, and satisfaction signals.
Hunger and urge protocol
| Cue | Language prompt | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Start | "What body signal started this meal" | pause 60 seconds before first bite |
| Midpoint | "Can I still tell what this tastes like" | check hunger and speed down for 2 minutes |
| End | "Am I satisfied or driven by urge" | set finish point before compulsion |
Environment design
| Trigger | Design change |
|---|---|
| Distraction eating | create one meal zone and no-device rule |
| Impulse speed | use smaller plates and shorter utensil path |
| Late-night cravings | set automatic kitchen close time and hydration checkpoint |
Restrictive behavior warning
| Pattern | Why it matters | Correction |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking every bite with anxiety | can increase cognitive load | use meal frequency guardrails |
| Fear of any snack or taste category | may become avoidance behavior | bring one planned flexible option |
| Sharp guilt loops | disrupts hunger cues | pause, walk, then resume with pre-set portion cues |
Consistency with logging improves awareness over time and supports stress management.