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The Power of Sharing a Lunch

In a culture that can’t wait 15 seconds for the internet to load, cooking and sharing a meal can feel overwhelming. These days, the to-do lists are a mile-long and the calendars have little margin. So, many of us resort to wolfing down food while driving or while we’re sitting in front of the computer. It’s not that we’re trying to be anti-social or that tackling our to-do lists enhances the flavor of our food. It’s just that something has got to give, and sometimes, it’s mealtime.

Why share a meal with someone? For starters, eating with another person gives us a chance to enjoy our food. Since conversations are common around the meal table, we are more likely to slow down between bites, allowing us to pay attention to hunger and fullness cues.

In addition, eating with other people provides natural accountability to eat nourishing foods in a mindful way. Think back to the times when you’ve binged on a food. More than likely, it was when you were alone. Maybe you were in the kitchen after a grueling day of work, and you just wanted a little scoop of ice cream. Fifteen minutes later, you’ve demolished most of the container. Or, maybe you’re working at your computer and are mystified to see that most of the bag of chips has disappeared. These are common experiences, but they point to a missing piece of the puzzle: fellowship, something that goes well with any cuisine.

For some of us, though, eating with other people can be a source of stress, not relaxation. If you have experienced fear of eating with other people, or if the burden of calorie-counting taints the joy of sharing a meal, this is a sign that you have an unhealthy relationship with food, something our dietitians at Rethink Nutrition would love to help you with!

What Others Are Saying

Josie Werts
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Josie Werts
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"My experience working with Sydney at Rethink Nutrition was wonderful! She helped me see that consistency and balance are an important part in being healthy, and she taught me how to work towards food freedom. It was easy to be honest about challenges, and I was always met with patience and new solutions to try. There were so many days I wanted to give up on recovery, but her encouragement and advice helped me keep going. If you're struggling but hesitant to see a dietitian, I would suggest Rethink because you deserve the care and support to get better. Sydney is truly amazing at what she does. She's my hero!"

Drew Davis
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Drew Davis
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"I rarely leave reviews for anything online, but I have to say that Anna Binder and the team at Rethink Nutrition genuinely changed my life. After suffering from IBS and acid reflux for years, it only took a few months with Anna's treatment for me to be almost completely symptom free. I have so much more knowledge and control over my health now than I ever thought possible - not to mention that I can eat without hardly any restrictions or concerns anymore. Could not recommend enough!"

Dunia Harmison
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Dunia Harmison
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"In just over a week of working with Anna, I feel great! I no longer feel the need to lay down during the day, my face is clearing up, and I'm no longer feeling bloated by foods that I eat. If I'm feeling this good already, I'm excited to see how much better it gets in the coming weeks."

* Results can very. Testimonials are the result of clients committed to changing their health.
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