Non diet- psychology of dieting- stop when you're full etc

jaz050465

I've read a number of books on the psychology of diets that say counting calories only leads to binging and feelings of low self esteem. This is true for me but not sure if I can lose weight by using this other method. There are lots of books like this- Paul McKenna, Eating Less by Gillian Riley etc. I'd be really interested in hearing from people who have tried this. Or- is counting calories the only way. I'm 48 and at the upper end of my healthy weight so that makes it much harder.

meerkat70

I think if i were any good at hearing my body's cues, i wouldnt have grown obese.

Counting calories gives me a sense of focus and control. I think the binge / rebound isue only kicks in when you try to restrict calories too harshly, or set unrealistic goals.

jaz050465

Because I haven't much to lose, I can't eat that much in order to lose weight but I suppose I just have to accept that and 'like it, or lump it'.