Be mindful of how you feel when you eat specific foods – let’s say a bowl of fresh fruit versus a portion of red meat or a small plate of raw vegetables versus a handful of raw nuts. Does one snack give you more energy than another? Become aware of how your diet affects your energy, mood, motivation, sleep, and even your bowel habits. Keep track of it for three to five days. Notice what you are craving on a regular basis. If you are always craving chocolate, you may be low in magnesium…Dark chocolate is one way to consume more magnesium and it has been to shown to benefit mood if eaten in small doses (less than half a bar per week). Often, if we foster that awareness connection, our bodies will tell us what they need. For instance, if you are suddenly craving avocados, it might mean you are low in good fat, lutein (an antioxidant that protects against age related decline in vision) or even Vitamin E. Start to make that connection between your awareness and your dietary intake; even ask that your body tells you what it needs and you might be amazed at the results and how much better you feel…