These are eating patterns characterized by mindful food choices that support physical health, emotional well-being, and cognitive function. They involve eating in response to physiological hunger and satiety cues, maintaining a balanced diet, and engaging in positive relationships with food, free from guilt or emotional distress.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Healthy Eating Behaviors. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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