How to stop a binge attack!? Helllppp!!
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KristinArredondo
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Okay, so you know when that time comes between lunch and dinner, and you need a small snack? I sometimes get a "BINGE ATTACK" is what i call it...and go for the bad stuff! Like today...i scrunged to my pantry and started snacking on my kids goldfish! Ughhh! I eat healthy during all my meals, but when it comes to snack time..i just wanna eat something salty!!! HELP!
ANY ADVICE? TIPS? SUGGESTIONS? THOUGHTS?? HELLPPPP!
ANY ADVICE? TIPS? SUGGESTIONS? THOUGHTS?? HELLPPPP!
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who says goldfish are bad? measure and have a serving, then log...
I mean that is what I would do, lol0 -
Pickles seem to work.
I also like Special K Crackers with Light Cheese. Light popcorn.
At work I've been bringing raw zucinni and sliced peppers. (this is new and I will burn out fast on them)0 -
Oh, and mini pretzels.0
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who says goldfish are bad? measure and have a serving, then log...
I mean that is what I would do, lol
Exactly!
Or some salted peanuts0 -
Get yourself out of the house. Grab a handful of goldfish, a bottle of water, and take yourself for a walk.
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Pickles seem to work.
Pickles are a great idea! It is pretty hard to binge on those. I definitely turn into a bear when I go too long without eating. For me the danger zone is right when I get home from work and I know that I won't have dinner ready for another hour. A teaspoon of peanutbutter often tames the bear. But now I'm going to try pickles.0 -
you're allowed a snack as long as you budget for it in your calories. and if it doesn't fit, eat it whilst taking a walk.0
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I agree with PinkEarthMama. Go for a walk or do some kind of exercise for 10-15 minutes. Sometimes people mistake hunger for thirst so go drink a big glass of water or tea or something. Maybe brush your teeth - I think the toothpaste taste in my mouth makes most food taste terrible.0
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Get yourself out of the house. Grab a handful of goldfish, a bottle of water, and take yourself for a walk.
NOW.
I like this. Nice balanced compromise. Everything ebbs and flows. Emotions, urges, hunger, you name it.0 -
I agree with pickles and Special K chips. I also like 100 calorie packs. They have yummy things like cocoa almonds and shortbread cookies plus its portion control. Sometimes I like an apple with peanut butter. The peanut butter makes me feel like I am splurging. Keep up on your fluids too. Thirst can mask itself as hunger. Good luck!0
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I know this is so lame.. but drink water.
Our bodies often confuse thirst for hunger.. especially when the craving is salt. I tend to munch on edemame which is pretty much foolproof for me. In general, I try to save my sodium intake for the mid-afternoon because I know that is when my body will be asking for it. I also like Progresso’s Light Santa fe Zesty Chicken Soup. I actually try to “spoil” my dinner a bit by munching on something like this first so I don’t go crazy at the dinner table. That’s just me though…
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Sometimes I will log in the unhealthy snack before eating then I go back to what I know is healthy..Sometimes
Sometimes I just go for it!!
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goldfish aren't bad for you. try a serving with an apple.0
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I did exactly what you did today, between lunch and dinner time, I confess to getting the childrens' peanut butter out and having several spoonfuls of it!!! Ok, so it was that natural, organic stuff with no added salt or other ingredients, but its still full of fat, and I didnt stop at 1 spoonful! Sometimes your body just craves sweet or salty foods, mine today was hormonal. Like you, every meal I cook is healthy, plenty of vegetables, fruit, nothing processed, yet with snacks its all sugary and chocolatey!! Draw a line underneath it, try not to get into the mindset where you think "Ive binged, I may as well carry on now". A walk or change of scenery may help too. Im an emotional eater and have a problem with chocolate, I dont know when to stop and eat 10 choc bars in one go if I got the chance, so my partner takes the chocolate and biscuits to work with him so I wont be tempted!!!0
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100 Calorie popcorn bags. Fiber, too!0
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I am having an attack right now!!!!! I have made myself a cup of coffee with a bit of liquid FF French Vanilla sweetener in it....I have gotten myself a big glass of water.....I sure hope this works!!! Thanks for all the encouraging advice out there!!0
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What do you all mean by goldfish? Actual goldfish?0
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i did thtsame thing today but it consisted of ice cream- chips - pie- thn more chips -thn more ice cream... super ugh!!!!!! My job had some party thing.... im quiting!! loloooo In my case i guess i should of left wrk!!!!!0
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FIHC0
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I nearly laughed out loud when I read this. I did the same thing this afternoon and felt guilty... and it was also my kids goldfish crackers in between lunch and dinner because I wanted something fast and salty too. This and late evenings are my worst times for temptations but even though I feel guilt, it's just goldfish... not gummy worms... so I'll work it off later on the elliptical0
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