I'm not satisfied- I just want COOKIES and BREAD- NOW! Help

nani2four

PROTIEN!!!

Pandorian

other than perhaps the dressing there's pretty low-fat choices there.. skim milk.. not sure on the string cheese but healthy fats will help with feeling full along with the protein, why it's best if you can use real sources of food. Like me choosing my kipper snacks today for lunch (kippered herring fillets) instead of whey protein added to a carb loaded smoothie (out of greek yogurt so it'd be with a regular ol' heavily sugared one.) some healthy fats will help me feel full.

Can be as simple as using whole milk instead of skim, full-fat dressings instead of the reduced fat varieties etc. I achieve "the same" 1/3 less fat using regular miracle whip by using 1/3 less of the full fat original flavour instead of the lower fat and flavour blend....

tams311

When I get that craving, I go make myself a chocolate shake made from Almond milk, a scoop of chocolate meal replacement (like Slimfast but I use Attain) and ice. It's calorie friendly, it's CHOCOLATE and it fills me up for a few hours. After you drink it, go do something to busy your mind and take it off foods that will squash your healthy goals!

firesoforion

I think just having one cookie or a piece of bread or two sounds like it'd be a good idea. I know the feeling, and you're probably craving it because of some nutrient in it that you don't know about but your body does. Just portion it correctly and have it, it'll help you not hurt you. Listening to your body is a good thing.

foxbat2828

As others have said, protein tends to do a good job of staving off that "empty" feeling; however, if you think it's more "psychological," i.e., you just have that temptation, you might take a look at the 60-calorie brownies that someone else posted back in November: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/408637-60-calories-brownies-with-picture.

We haven't made them yet, but at 60 calories, if they turn out well, then it certainly beats trying to avoid brownies and my just satisfy that "temptation."

MalibuBeth

skinnytaste.com has some pretty awesome recipes for sweet things. i just ate a peanut-butter banana muffin my bf made the other day, and it totally hits the spot.

roseagra

Be kind to yourself first of all, sometimes you may want to have a treat, in moderation.

BUT be careful, are you actually hungry or craving, by the sounds of things it sounds more like cravings as you want these specific foods. If you are hungry most anything will satisfy you.

The advice for more protein is spot on but only you will know the type of protein that suits you, I've heard time and time again that eggs are one of the best weight loss aids (by using the whites and one whole egg for scrambling, omelettes and more), . I would be a fan of meat but I try to get good carbs via veggie food every so often. Yogurt can be another good way to get protein in and to satisfy you.

A shake can be another good way of curbing your appetite, look at what you might be lacking in your diet and that can go in there. I've been using coconut water, oats, banana and yogurt in mine plus a sprinkle of cinnamon which is good for you as well.

Also note that with such strong cravings you might need to cut sugar out of your diet altogether for a while to wean yourself off it. Therefore out with the cereal and crackers.

Best of luck and stick with it!!

I'm just back taking care of myself this week and I've lost 5lbs this week.

You can do it!

NewCyn

I have HUNGRY days too. I munch on low sodium Oscar Meyer Turkey.. Sometimes I make a half sandwich on one piece of whole wheat bread. The protein curbs my hunger. I dont find bread or cookies make me feel full or satisfied anymore, they are trigger foods for me. But Girl I understand. I still CRAVE the taste of some buttery bread or cookies. But think about how much better meeting your goals feels compared to the brief taste of those foods!

gg24

The feeling of being satiated comes from fats and as others have said you need some protein. Fix some scrambled eggs and top it with melted string cheese. Also beans really help too. A scoop or refried beans or other type with the eggs would help too.

shenanigansmo

Try the Fiber One Brownies. They have one that is chocolate peanut butter flavor. They're really tasty and 90 calories each. They've got an added bonus of lots of fiber to help you feel fuller longer. It's a great way to get just a little something to satisfy the sweet craving.

FrancesGallagher

Nestle fat-free hot cocoa mix (20 calories per serving) is a satisfying drink. The directions are 2 tablespoons of hot cocoa mix and add 6 oz of hot water, I use a mug and probably use 8 ounces of water and some skim milk and I find it helpful. I also make chocolate chip cookies with white whole wheat flour, oatmeal, 1/3 c. of chocolate bits (and other ingredients) and it makes 40 cookies that are 67 calories each and a good treat. I think you can bake your own cookies, just don't use those recipes loaded with calories, that will take care of the cookie carvings (please don't eat cookie dough if you have raw eggs in it because of possible salmonella in the raw eggs).
Good luck with your program.fg

rb16fitness

Keep within your calories but eat foods you enjoy. I'm generally satisfied if I eat foods I enjoy but left craving foods to 'hit the spot' if I eat 'clean' but dull foods.

ChristineDiet

Eat more protein, fewer carbs. Or save calories for the things you want.

I agree. On days where I eat more protein I feel full all day, with carbs i feel full and bloated for a while but a few hours down the line and I'm feeling hungry.

More protein, less carbs. good luck. x

patmc35

Add protein to your salad. Tuna, white meat chicken, beans, edamame will all fill you up. Also eat between meals, healthly sancks like veggies or fruit. Good Luck

I_get_fit

Looks like you need more protein... think greek yogurt, eggs, chicken breast, lean pork, and cottage cheese. It will keep your hunger at bay.

chachita7

I would eat the cookie. One small bite at a time savoring each one - it will satisfy your longing. Fully cutting out the things you really like is only going to want you to have them even more...

crzyone

I feel for ya....because I'm feeling the same way yesterday and today. So, I've hit the Kit Kats that I have for my kids!! Arghhhhhhhh...blahhhhhhhhhh!!!! I think hormones do it...and the full moon.................

Good luck!!!

Slo83

"honey bunches of oats banana, string cheese, catalina dressing, two graham cracker sheets" These are all kind of sugary. Try eating less "hidden" sugar for a bit and like others have said, vegies and protein. Fruit is actually ok, but maybe skip the bananas for a while. Berries, and other fruit with more fiber may be better.

This is what has worked for me and I'm a total sugarholic! I've been known to eat a whole Key Lime pie in 2 days, or a 1 lb box of See's candy in one sitting, or a Pepperidge Farm Coconut Cake in one sitting! And there was no such thing as eating one cookie. I am also eating a very limited amount of whole grain carbs. I measure or weigh pretty much everything.

issyfit

You might want to start tracking your sugar if you aren't already. Like others have said, all of that sugar and refined carbs will make you crave more.

Sidonas

Go exercise, then treat yourself to a slice of whole grain bread and some protein (peanut butter, meat, etc). A little does not hurt, just remember that those calories either have to be exercised off or they are replacing something healthier for you.

HoneyBrownSugar

Hello, I'd like to know where you purchased the shirataki noodles ?
I've heard of them but cant find them in the local grocery stores.
Thanks in advance

bettymair

Why don't you try some hot tea. It works for me. 0 calories and the constant sipping takes your mind of other foods. Try Green Tea...it's supposed to help burn fat too.

firesoforion

If you're getting most of your protein from dairy and legumes (I don't know that you are just if), you need grains to form a whole protein. If you're getting it from meat and eggs, then you are getting whole proteins but if it's mostly dairy and legumes, it could lead to a craving of whole grains (with bread and baked goods being a common source of them). Don't ignore what your body is telling you. The fact that it's either bread or cookies means it's not just a sweet thing, your body likely wants the flour (whole grain, but still).