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I'm Tabby

redneckgirl8189
redneckgirl8189 Posts: 1 Member
edited December 2024 in Getting Started
hello, new to my fitness pal. So far it works just a little hard getting used to being on a strict number of calories a day. I love my sweets but I have learned to drink water when I have a craving which seems to help...if not I chew a stick of gum. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to do about cravings?

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  • AndrewD315
    AndrewD315 Posts: 57 Member
    Hey Red, it is a little hard at first. With me as for cravings it was about spreading out food better to cover those times when I was most hungry and not when I just felt like eating. Then make sure I got an snack after diner. The time you eat is not as important as hitting the macros.
  • bjaneb
    bjaneb Posts: 50 Member
    I agree with AndrewD. Mid morning was super hard for me (and sometimes still is). I try to have a snack midmorning and again around 3 if I am feeling hungry. I pack my lunch and snacks and always carry nuts or a snack bar.
  • mgobluetx12
    mgobluetx12 Posts: 1,326 Member
    Hi there! One thing is to make sure you're getting enough protein. Protein makes you feel full longer so you don't have cravings. When I have them, I try to work whatever I want into my daily allotment and then eat a smaller dinner or lunch.
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