Enjoy eating with your hands? Doctor says hands are 'digestive joysticks' that improve gut health, prevent overeating. Here's how
Published on: Sept. 14, 2025, 11:39 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Dr. Karan Rajan highlights the health benefits of eating with hands, an age-old custom. Eating with fingers slows down the pace, enhancing digestion through increased saliva production and mindful chewing. This practice also aids in preventing overeating by promoting conscious recognition of fullness cues and strengthens immunity through exposure to harmless microbes, creating a balanced gut environment.
