Slow down! You’re eating too fast!

For many Veterans, eating fast began with basic training and consistently eating fast can have lasting effects on your overall health and well-being.

Some of the short term effects include excessive bloating, elevated blood pressure, increased blood sugar levels and decreased nutrients to the body. Long-term effects include increased chances for obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and gastritis.

Modifying how you eat and slowing down when eating can prove challenging for those who served.

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