It is so simple! Being mindful is key!
For me it is the choice, plus I have found missing is the constant need to snack, the “food noise” is diminished, added bonus my weight has dropped by eating MORE nutrient dense foods. The variety of foods has increased as I explore the whole food plant-based options that have been part of the world’s cultures for millennia! YUM!
Same calories, totally different impact. 
When it comes to food, volume isn’t everything—nutrients are. 
A whole-food, plant-based plate gives you more color, more fiber, and more satisfaction for the same 500 calories. 
So tell us—what does calorie density mean to you?
here is a great article from Forks Over Knives:
