Hi Gang,
Today we discussed WHY we eat, including some of the other reasons we munch (stress, social, boredom, low mood, etc.)...We also found out that eating/food is highly valued by the group and physical activity (exercise) less so...
We learned about DOPAMINE, the little neurotransmitter which causes all sorts of "good" things...How it is involved with 2 f's: eating (food) and procreating (fornicating)...How it can be misused and overused in addictions.
We also discussed that humans (like most animals) have the propensity to BINGE eat. Dr. Brian Wansink's book, Mindless Eating, demonstrates this concept well...
We handed out the Canadian Food Guide to prepare you for our next session where we will discuss WHAT to eat.
Homework this week included: 1) finding out what your VALUES are (pick your top 7 to 10), 2) do another food log for a day, 3) leave something on your plate or glass once a day and 4) walking or any other physical activity 10 minutes alternating with 5 minutes every other day or 15 minutes every second day.
Have a healthy 3 weeks and remember have FUN! Next time, we'll meet on Tuesday, July 15th at 11AM in room B224.
Take care,
Dr.P
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