Foundations of Mindful Eating for Health Care Professionals
Description
Learn the principles of mindfulness as they relate to eating in this interactive course. This course introduces the theoretical and research underpinnings of disordered eating patterns and the rationale for the application of mindful eating interventions. You will explore mindful eating practices and relevant exercises for eating problems. You will learn about triggers that can lead to overeating, emotional eating, and loss of control. In addition, you will learn how to apply a mindful framework for dealing with maladaptive eating behaviours, including emotional eating, loss of control, overeating and grazing.
Mindful eating exercises will be facilitated during this course. Learners who are enrolled in the Online course will be required to purchase food in advance and a small list of foods will be emailed to you one week before the start of the course.
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Overview

- Institution: University of Toronto
- Level: University
- Language: English
- Course Code: 3281
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.