Have we not tried to shed those extra kilos through dieting, working out and other methods? Sugar diet, GM diet, keto diet, intermittent fasting, and so on, there are numerous ways that people explore to remain healthy.
Some of them have become tired of exploring different options to shed that stubborn weight. The latest trend that everyone is hooked on to is the Japanese philosophy 'Hara Hachi Bu'.
What is the Japanese philosophy all about?
The Japanese phrase 'Hara Hachi Bu' means to eat until you are 80 per cent full. Originating in Okinawa, people follow this advice as a way to control their eating habits.
How does it work?
According to Cleveland Clinic, when you look at your plate, decide how much might make you feel full, and then estimate what 80 per cent of that amount would look like. Perhaps it’s two-thirds of the food on your plate. One should aim to feel satisfied and not hungry anymore, rather than full.
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The philosophy can help with not just weight reduction, but in several other ways.
For instance, hara hachi bu‘s focus on awareness and eating intuitively may offer a gentle and sustainable way of supporting long-term health changes. Sustainable health changes are far easier to maintain in the long term. This may improve health and prevent weight regain, which can be a risk for those who lose weight through traditional diet approaches, The Conversation reported.
Weight loss is imperative for individuals who have a higher body mass index (BMI) to improve their heart health, lower diabetes risk, improve their mental health and more.
For more information, consult a health expert.
