Fast Food Be Gone! - Conversation Thread - 2012
IsMollyReallyHungry
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Please share any accomplishments you had this month regarding eliminating fast foods from your diet. Sharing help us to realize we are not alone. I have actually had some success in eliminating fast foods from my diet but I can always do better. So no matter where you are in your battle with fast foods please share your failures and accomplishments. Support is here if you need it.
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I had a grilled chicken sandwich from Wendy's last night. I was in town until 6:30, there was a storm on it's way, and it was WAY too hot to even think about cooking. I wish this heat would break because it's making this hard. I want to eat out every night because my kitchen gets soooo hot when I try to cook and it's 100 degrees outside. :grumble:0
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I had a grilled chicken sandwich from Wendy's last night. I was in town until 6:30, there was a storm on it's way, and it was WAY too hot to even think about cooking. I wish this heat would break because it's making this hard. I want to eat out every night because my kitchen gets soooo hot when I try to cook and it's 100 degrees outside. :grumble:
Kat, I hear you girl!! But we have so many options. I have been making egg beater omlets in evening and lean cuisines are coming in handy with a salad or veggie on the side. I think we are in for a scorcher of a summer.0 -
I feel you too Kat! My husband and I went out for dinner due to the hot weather and we were feeling lazy. I got some fish tacos from Rubio's but I got the healthy version so I'm happy with that! Looks like you got something healthy from Wendy's too! Grilled chicken is healthier than the crispy chicken!
Tomorrow is the 4th of July! I'm going to a bbq so I'm going to try really hard and get myself one plate again and eat lots of veggies/fruits.
Hope you all have a fun and safe 4th!
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I had my Popeyes special yesterday and It was very good. I fit it in my points. You learn something new all the times. I learned that corn on the cob had more points than the mash potatoes with gravy. How that is I have no idea but it is interesting for sure.
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We took the bigger kids at the day care to McDonald's for a field trip yesterday since it's been too hot for them to play outside. I didn't order anything for lunch but went back to work and ate what I brought instead. :happy: One of the employees and I did split a leftover cookie from McDonald's and I brought back a sweet and sour packet to use with my chicken. I'm not counting that as fast food though.
Good luck at the cookout Meea! And that's great that you can fit Popeye's into your day Mollie!0 -
Good job Kat at McDonald's!!0
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Hey Girls,
Popping in to say hello... sorry I'm been absent... flu/computer stuff, ya know, life.. sigh
I had popped on and left a message when we started out our new month but not sure what happened so want you all to know you're on my mind xo
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@ Mollie: I can't believe corn on the cob has more points than mashed potatoes w/ gravy! Good to know!
@ Kat: Great job for not getting anything from McDonalds!
@ Hearts: Hi! Hopefully your computer will get fixed soon! We miss you!
So I didn't do so well yesterday at the bbq. I had two plates plus dessert! =( I'm counting yesterday as FF (ate cheeseburger, carne asada, and corned beef and cabbage to name a few). Oh well, today is a new day and it's back to eating healthy!
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12 Ways to Stop Overeating
Here are 12 tips to help you regain control of your eating habits.
Article By: Megan Gressor
You've done it by the book for a while. Watched your diet, made healthy choices, exercised every day. Then suddenly you're undoing all your hard work by saying, "I might as well give up. I'll never lose weight!"
"All-or-nothing" thinking doesn't help. People who overeat often feel out of control and disgusted with themselves. It becomes a vicious cycle, leading to low self-esteem and even more eating.
To regain control of your eating habits, ask yourself why you overeat. Is it your way of coping with stressful events? Has gorging on "forbidden" treats become a substitute for other pleasures lacking in your life? Do you use food to soothe, distract or reward yourself?
Breaking It Down
Once you've identified trigger factors, work out other ways to address them. Don't beat yourself up with every little lapse. Instead, focus on positive things you can do to replace or avoid overeating. Pay attention to how you feel when you eat certain foods; you'll start to notice patterns emerging (eating after a family argument, for example, or when you're bored, lonely or disappointed). Consider alternative ways to lift your mood when the urge threatens. Perhaps call a friend, go for a walk or see a movie.
Breaking the Habit
Here are some tips for winning the battle:
1.Take it slow. Crash dieting is more likely to end in losing control than a slow, steady loss of a pound or two each week.
2.Don't cheat yourself! Eat a sensible amount of food each day.
3.Allow occasional treats. If you don't totally cut out "forbidden" foods (such as those donuts that you love), you're more likely to stay on track, because deprivation often leads to overeating. Opt for low-fat versions of favorite foods.
4.Reward yourself for every win — how about a bath or a walk just to enjoy a sunset rather than a reward consisting of junk food.
5.Plan ahead to stay in control. Facing a big test or other ordeal that you fear will send you straight to the cookie jar? Try to keep healthy snacks around to nibble on instead, and exercise to offset your munching — and calm you down, too!
6.Share your feelings — sad, bad or otherwise — with family or friends.
7.Seek support from others trying to lose weight — family, friends or online buddies. They're there to help, and want to see you succeed.
8.Look to calming alternatives if stress is your trigger. Anything from deep breathing to yoga to arts and crafts could help. And don't forget: Exercise is a great tranquillizer. (It also reduces your appetite!)
9.Count to ten. Is overeating your way of coping with anger? Consider other ways of dealing with negative emotions, such as learning assertiveness techniques.
10.Find other ways to fill the void. If you typically overeat when you're looking for emotional nourishment; stop. Feed your spirit by caring for yourself as well as you can during times when you feel unloved, under-appreciated or unworthy. Be your own biggest fan and try to focus on your successes, not to the occasional lapse.
11.Be patient and forgiving of yourself. Long-established complex habits won't change overnight.
12.Avoid all-or-nothing thinking, such as "I've already blown my weight loss plan, I might as well finish off the box." Accept that you may go off the rails from time to time. So you've lost six pounds and regained three? It's important to congratulate yourself for the pounds that you lost. You're doing a great job!0 -
So I didn't do so well yesterday at the bbq. I had two plates plus dessert! =( I'm counting yesterday as FF (ate cheeseburger, carne asada, and corned beef and cabbage to name a few). Oh well, today is a new day and it's back to eating healthy!
Hope you all had a great 4th of July!
One day is just one day!! Good job on moving forward! Have a good week Meea!0 -
So I didn't do so well yesterday at the bbq. I had two plates plus dessert! =( I'm counting yesterday as FF (ate cheeseburger, carne asada, and corned beef and cabbage to name a few). Oh well, today is a new day and it's back to eating healthy!
Hope you all had a great 4th of July!
One day is just one day!! Good job on moving forward! Have a good week Meea!
Thanks Mollie and thanks for the article! Very informative!!! 0 -
Happy Hump day all!!
Last night at Costcos I brought a big thing of salad - mixed greens. I am doing so good getting in those veggies I feel I will eat it before it spoils. In the past I rarely eat these tubs of salad before they spoil. Some days I am getting in 4 veggies. For me that is great.
On WW most veggies are zero points so that is inspiring me to get more of those babies in too. Another thing I did that I am very proud of at Costcos. I did not buy anything but a diet coke from their food court! YAY!! No hot dogs, no yougarts, no pizza, etc. I have not did that in a while. I had my diet coke and 2 babybel light cheeses in the car on the way home and was very satisfied with that. I love those babies too
And I did not even think about Popeyes Chicken Special yesterday I always make sure I have my delicious broiled chicken on Tuesdays so I do not feel deprived. It was soo good too. I had the last pcs for lunch today.
Everyone is doing great!! Keep it going and have a wonderful day all and remember:
"Change is not a bolt of lightning that arrives with a zap. It is a bridge built brick by brick, every day, with sweat and humility and slips. It is hard work, and slow work, but it can be thrilling to watch it take shape." — Sarah Hepola0 -
Happy Hump day all!!
Last night at Costcos I brought a big thing of salad - mixed greens. I am doing so good getting in those veggies I feel I will eat it before it spoils. In the past I rarely eat these tubs of salad before they spoil. Some days I am getting in 4 veggies. For me that is great.
On WW most veggies are zero points so that is inspiring me to get more of those babies in too. Another thing I did that I am very proud of at Costcos. I did not buy anything but a diet coke from their food court! YAY!! No hot dogs, no yougarts, no pizza, etc. I have not did that in a while. I had my diet coke and 2 babybel light cheeses in the car on the way home and was very satisfied with that. I love those babies too
And I did not even think about Popeyes Chicken Special yesterday I always make sure I have my delicious broiled chicken on Tuesdays so I do not feel deprived. It was soo good too. I had the last pcs for lunch today.
Everyone is doing great!! Keep it going and have a wonderful day all and remember:
"Change is not a bolt of lightning that arrives with a zap. It is a bridge built brick by brick, every day, with sweat and humility and slips. It is hard work, and slow work, but it can be thrilling to watch it take shape." — Sarah Hepola
Great willpower Mollie!!! I haven't had Costco food in a while as well! When I go now, I usually just pass on the food court and go get food somewhere else! I'm getting better at making good choices and I like that!
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Congrats on the victory at Costco, Mollie! I stole a chicken nugget and 6 or 7 fries out of my daughter's McDonald's bag a couple of days ago. I'm counting it as fast food.
I'm going to the Forecastle Festival on Saturday, so I'll have to count that day as ff too. There is no re-entry if I want to leave, so I'll be eating supper from one of the food vendors. I'll also be having lunch on Saturday with a group of friends, barhopping after the shows, and having brunch again on Sunday morning before heading home. I HAVE to be good every day to make up for the damage I'm gonna do this weekend! :laugh:0 -
Sounds like you have an action packed weekend planned Kat!! Have fun!0
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Have fun this weekend Kat and to everyone else as well!
Today, I didn't bring a lunch so I went with my coworkers to Panda Express and I got myself a Panda Bowl with 1/2 mixed veggies and 1/2 chow mein with string bean chicken breast and it was only 440 calories! I would usually get all chow mein with orange chicken but those are way too many calories! I do miss my orange chicken but I'm happy with my string bean chicken breast.
My friend bought a deal on Groupon where we get to ride in a limo and go wine tasting! So my husband and I will be joining in on the fun on Sunday with our friends and I'm gonna try my best to make healthy choices! If not, one day won't hurt me!
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So how is everyone doing so far this month?0
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Hey Kat! I'm hanging in there. I sprained my ankle last Saturday while going on a hike with some friends. So I've been resting until my ankle gets better. Can't work out either. =( Sucks because I can't eat as much!
I had some FF this past week cuz I can't cook and my husband has been busy with work. We ordered Chinese food to go and had pizza. Trying to get back into eating healthy again. I gotten better at eating less now to make up for not working out. Trying to drink lots of water too.
Have a good weekend everyone!0 -
Hope your ankle gets better soon Meea!!0
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Here's to a brand new month with August right around the corner! Great month Everyone!!:happy:
Mai, glad to hear your ankle is on the mend!
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Thanks everyone! It's getting better each day! I've been walking slowly around the house without the brace to get some exercise in! I can't wait to go on for a walk soon!
I didn't do all so well in July but I hope to do better in August! 0 -
Hello peeps!!!
Here is the link for August challenge. You will notice I changed the format a little. i did this so if we are not able to check in daily it should be a little easier this way once you get the hang of it. Let me know if you have any questions.
I know many of us fell off in July me included but I am ready for August. I did pretty good but with mutiple groups and stuff going on I am not able to check on daily like I was in the beginning. Hope this new format works for you.
Keep up the good work and have a good August!!
LINK FOR AUGUST CHALLENGE:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/691329-fast-food-be-gone-challenge-august0 -
Check out this very interesting article: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/08/01/dieting-vs-exercise-for-weight-loss
What are your thoughts and opinions on this matter. I totally agree with it and can attest to it personally on so many levels because as many of you know I am very consistent with my exercise but the bottom line is until I decrease my intake with food it is all in vain.
Have a wonderful day and keep thinking positive thoughts!!! Hugs!0 -
I have to agree with the article. I think exercise is great for your health, but unless you're making some changes in your diet too it alone is not going to make you lose weight. I could have done an hour of Zumba every day before I started this journey, but I wouldn't have really lost anything because I still wouldn't have been burning more than I consumed. I may have toned up and felt better, but I don't think I would have lost any weight.0
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Greetings all xo
Love the way you set up the new format for August Mollie...fun!! :bigsmile: FF Monster..:laugh: :grumble:
Haven't had time to check out the article yet but looking forward to when I can, glad you shared.
So glad to see some of the old gang back on here again this Month, this commitment really does help me A LOT! When I'm thinking of a FF binge or even just a meal I thinkk of this group and all of you.
Wishing you all well in your goals each day:flowerforyou:
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Hey everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I went to my friend's bachelorette party and boy was it a lot of fun! lol
I was waiting for August to come up and now I see it! I'm liking the new format so far Mollie!
Mollie: I just read the article and I have to agree as well. What you eat matters! I want to do better this month. So far, I had two days of FF and my goal is to have no more than 6 days w/ FF! I am determined!
I was looking at some recipes on MFP and I came across this topic on overnight oats. Have you guys ever made these? I went on http://www.theyummylife.com and decided to try the banana peanut butter oatmeal. I had all of the ingredients on hand except for the Chia seeds so I just went to my local farmer's market and bought a packet. I'll let you guys know how it tastes tomorrow!0 -
How did the overnight oats turn out, meea? I've never had them but I'd like to try them.
On Tuesday I went to the old Frostop drive-in and had a pizzaburger. I don't know if it's technically fast food since they make everything to order and you have to get out of your car, but I'm counting it anyway. How's everyone else doing this month?0 -
Glad you like it. We have to get use to it. It works for another thread I am in and it helps when we don't have time to check in daily. We miss you!! Have a good weekend!! I had to go back and see what article I posted. Yes that was a good article.
Love the way you set up the new format for August Mollie...fun!! :bigsmile: FF Monster..:laugh: :grumble:
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Meea, How were the oats? I am not a big oatmeal fan. I can only eat the instant ones by Quaker with Brown sugar and maple. Even then I force myself to eat because I know they are healthy. I like this flavor.
I too am determine not to have anymore fast food this month. Like Heart said this group helps since FF used to be a crutch for me.0 -
Hi Kathy, oh I think a burger with the name pizzaburger definitely qualifies as FF....:laugh:How did the overnight oats turn out, meea? I've never had them but I'd like to try them.
On Tuesday I went to the old Frostop drive-in and had a pizzaburger. I don't know if it's technically fast food since they make everything to order and you have to get out of your car, but I'm counting it anyway. How's everyone else doing this month?0
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