Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Things You’ll Need:
- Paint
- Plants
- Plates and mugs
- Paintings
- Mirror
- Fruit bowl
- Slow music
Color Changes
Step1
Incorporate blue in the color plan for your kitchen. Research suggests that blue, indigo and violet colors serve as an appetite suppressant. It is possibly related to the deep-rooted instincts in us that blue and violet foods are poisonous in nature. Paint your kitchen wall blue or decorate with blue plates, bowls, mats and napkins for your color theme.
Step2
Consider steering clear of red, orange and yellow colors in your kitchen. These colors trigger your autonomic nervous system that increases appetite. This is the reason why many fast food joints and restaurants include red and yellow to their logo and interior design.
Step3
Include the color green in the form of mugs, curtains, paintings and seat cushions, as green creates a feeling of relaxation and balance. Add more plants in the kitchen for a fresh look. Many health food manufacturers use green in their boxes to promote a stress-free lifestyle.
Accessory Changes
Step1
Illuminate your kitchen. Eating in the light psychologically makes you aware of what you are eating.
Step2
Add mirrors on the walls of your kitchen. This not only increases the lighting but also makes you confront your image frequently. Such a visual prompt will help you stay focused on your weight goals.
Step3
Encourage healthy snacking by using a fruit bowl for a centerpiece on your kitchen island or table. Remember to fill it with fruits, of course!
Step4
Fix a music system in the kitchen to play slow music when you eat. Studies have shown that music has the power to boost mood, lessen pain and reduce depression. Choose classical or New Age music like Vivaldi's Four Seasons or Yanni.
