People eat quickly for all kinds of reasons. Some have developed the habit because of modern-day time constraints. Others grew up in big families where you needed to eat quickly if you wanted seconds.

Eating too fast can cause digestive issues, weight gain, and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Slowing down at meal times can improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and portion ...

You probably learned to eat quickly out of necessity – rushing through breakfast before work, wolfing down lunch between meetings, or finishing dinner while watching TV. But your brain wasn’t designed ...