THE NO-THINKING FOOD FORMULA
When deciding what to eat uses more energy than eating itself, an open-ended question such as “What shall I make?” can stop the process before it begins. The No-Thinking Food Formula replaces that large decision with a small, flexible structure.
Begin with one familiar energy food, add one sustaining food, choose a predictable flavour or texture and have a drink. An optional extra can be included when capacity allows. The different parts can be mixed, kept separate, eaten in any order or chosen from the same repeated safe foods.
This is not a diet or a demand to create a perfect plate. It is designed to support people experiencing executive dysfunction, ADHD, autism, ARFID, sensory differences, fatigue, chronic illness, anxiety, depression or burnout.
The full guide includes low, moderate and higher-capacity versions of the formula, realistic food combinations, sensory adaptations, a two-choice decision method, three automatic-meal planners and an emergency-food worksheet. It also explains how another person can offer practical support without pressure.
On difficult days, begin with what is possible. A repeated safe food, a ready-made option or one food and a drink can still be a meaningful response to your body’s needs.
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