I'm a fast eater. While I doubt I can develop a slower chewing habit -- I've tried -- I came across a couple helpful tips to slow my eating pace over at FitSugar, and added one of my own.

A recent study found women downed fewer calories -- 70 less -- and felt more satiated when they ate at a slower pace. Seventy calories multiplied over time adds up to major pounds lost. Stop gulping, take smaller bites and chew more slowly. If you have trouble with those techniques like I do, try these:

• Put down your fork in between bites. Do not pick it up again until you've chewed and swallowed. If you're scarfing finger food, put down the slice of pizza until your mouth is clear.
  
• Eat with your non-dominant hand. I'm a righty and eat lefty. From experience, this helps.
• Use chopsticks! I'm not adept enough to eat fast with two sticks.

If you're still hungry after a reasonably-sized, healthy meal, wait a bit. It takes about 20 minutes for your stomach to signal the brain that you're full -- an eternity to a fast eater. Any other slow dining tips out there?

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