Ask Dr. Laurie #03: The Fork, the Fast Bite, and the Missing Cue

Every Friday, I answer real questions from readers—honest, human, and often a little too relatable. No appointment needed.

This week’s question comes from a reader who wants to eat slower and chew more thoroughly—but keeps defaulting to fast bites and autopilot meals. They’ve tried using “sitting down to eat” as a cue, but that only works about 30% of the time. Their question:

How do I make the habit of eating slowly automatic—without having to consciously remember every time?

A good question. Because this isn’t just about chewing—it’s about reprogramming one of the oldest behavior loops we have: food equals speed.

Let’s break it down.

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