Before I started intermittent fasting food was just that, food. It was something that I consumed without much thought. Don’t get me wrong, I loved food. I always enjoyed trying new restaurants and cooking, but once I started IF and fasting in general my relationship with food changed.
The first change was that food now taste so much better than before. I swear my meals taste more flavorful and I am more cognizant of each ingredient that is used. I admire the nutrients that are contained in each meal and feel more satisfied after eating.
Eating is no longer just a scarfing down of what in front of me, but a time that I can sit and enjoy and be fully immersed in my meal. It sounds corny, but fasting has allowed me to gain a whole new level of appreciation and respect for food.
I can also testify to this 100%. I was eating as a hobby before because I was legitimately addicted to food which led to binge eating. I am so much more satiated when I eat now compared to before I began IF. I am so excited to see where it takes me and to continue developing the skills and habits to fully absorb all the benefits.