Mindful Snacking promotes a conscious and intentional approach to eating. It involves savoring each bite, focusing on flavors and textures, and being present in the moment. By cultivating awareness and making healthier choices, mindful snacking enhances satisfaction, reduces overeating, and fosters a balanced relationship with food. Special thanks to Canva for their exceptional design tools.

1. Mindful Snacking: Satisfying Your Cravings with
Healthy Yoga-Inspired Treats
Dr. Neelam Balekar , Mr. Ram Choudhary
Adineelyog Yoga Studio, Indore (M.P.)
IPS Academy College of Pharmacy, Indore (M.P.)

2. Introduction
Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the practice of being fully
present and aware in the current moment, without
judgment or attachment to thoughts and feelings.
Mindful Snacking: Practice of eating with full awareness
and intention, focusing on the sensory experience and
being present in the moment while consuming food.

3. Connection between Yoga and Mindfulness in relation to eating
Mindful Eating: Yoga encourages the
practice of mindfulness in all aspects
of life, including eating.
Awareness of Hunger and Fullness:
Yoga teaches us to listen to our bodies
and become aware of our hunger and
fullness cues.
Emotional Eating: Yoga and mindfulness
help us observe and understand our
emotional triggers for eating
Connection with Food and its Source:
Yoga emphasizes the interconnectedness of
all things, including our relationship with
food.
Body-Mind Awareness: Yoga promotes the
integration of the body and mind, fostering
heightened awareness of our physical and
mental states
Yoga encourage: Connection with food,
appreciating its source, quality, and the
nourishment it provides.

4. 1.Nutritional balance: Satisfying our cravings while making
healthy choices ensures that we provide our bodies with essential
nutrients for optimal physical well-being.
2.Sustainability: Balancing indulgences with healthy choices
promotes long-term sustainability, preventing negative health
consequences associated with consistently giving in to cravings.
3. Psychological well-being: Finding a balance between
satisfying cravings and making healthy choices supports positive
mental and emotional well-being, avoiding guilt and promoting a
healthier relationship with food.
4.Improved energy levels: Balancing cravings and healthy
choices provides sustained energy, preventing crashes linked to
excessive unhealthy food consumption. This boosts productivity,
mental focus, and overall vitality.
Importance of balance between cravings and making healthy
food choices

5. Benefits of Mindful Snacking
Improved portion control
and weight management.
Increased awareness of
hunger and fullness cues.
Enhanced enjoyment of
food and eating experiences.
Reduced emotional eating and
cravings.

6. Yoga-Inspired Snacking Principles
1. Mindful Awareness:
Being fully present and
attentive while eating.
2. Nourishment: Choosing
snacks that provide nourishment
to the body and mind
3. Balance: Striking a
balance between indulgence
and health.
4. Connection: Cultivating
a deeper connection with
food and its source.

7. 1. Engage your senses: Observe the colours,
smells, textures, and flavours of your snacks.
2. Eat slowly and savour each bite: Chew
thoroughly and enjoy the taste and texture of
the food.
3. Eliminate distractions: Avoid eating in
front of screens and focus solely on the act of
eating.
4. Practice gratitude: Express appreciation
for the nourishment provided by your snacks.
Mindful Snacking Tips

8. 1. Fresh fruits and
vegetables: Choose apples,
berries, or sliced veggies
like carrots or bell peppers.
They're rich in vitamins,
minerals, and fiber.
2. Nuts and seeds: Enjoy
almonds, walnuts, or chia
seeds for healthy fats,
protein, and nutrients.
3. Greek yogurt or cottage
cheese: Pick low-fat Greek
yogurt or cottage cheese for a
protein-packed snack. Add
fresh fruit or honey for flavor.
4. Whole grain snacks: Opt
for air-popped popcorn, whole
grain crackers, or rice cakes
for fiber and nutrients.
Healthy Snack Ideas

9. Creating a Mindful Snacking Ritual
1. Set a designated snacking
area free from distractions.
2. Take a moment to breathe
and centre yourself before
starting to snack.
3. Express gratitude for the food
and the nourishment it provides.
4. Practice mindful eating by savouring
each bite and paying attention to your
body's signals.
5. Avoid multitasking while snacking
6. Listen to your body's hunger
and fullness cues.

10. Conclusion
Mindful snacking combines
healthy, yoga-inspired treats
with mindfulness practices
for overall well-being.
Yoga-inspired treats offer
delicious flavors and
nutritious ingredients,
prioritizing both taste and
health.
Mindful snacking
promotes mental and
emotional well-being by
cultivating appreciation
for food and preventing
overeating.
Integrating mindful snacking
supports nourishing the body,
practicing mindfulness, and
enjoying delicious treats in
alignment with health goals.

11. Thanks for Watching
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