IMPULSE EATING

Sheckypie
Sheckypie Posts: 56
in Food and Nutrition
I work around food and a whole bunch of sweets... Does anyone have tips on controlling impulse eating?

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  • melsinct
    melsinct Posts: 3,512 Member
    Just say no. I work in an office with a never ending supply of leftover meeting food (pastries, muffins, etc.) and candy on every admin's desk. Honestly, it just comes down to wanting to lose weight more than you want the instant and quick gratification of something sweet. No one can give you the willpower, you have to want it for yourself.

    I know it is tough but you can do it if you really want it!
  • Four_Leaf_Clover
    Four_Leaf_Clover Posts: 332 Member
    I've started thinking of foods as their calories - kind of like a price tag on a dress - and I think, wow, I would love that, but it's not "worth the money." With work food, I also think about how many people have touched it, etc. and that usually skeeves me out enough that I don't want it.

    I keep something on hand for when I really want a treat so I can still have something sweet, but more "budget friendly." I also try and get a drink when I think I really want something. Then I at least get distracted for a while!

    I have always loved sweets - but I have also honestly noticed a difference in the past few weeks as I have eaten more protein (and protein at every meal). I don't feel quite the same urge to eat and I don't crave the sweets as much. I NEVER thought I would ever say that.
  • Sheckypie
    Sheckypie Posts: 56
    oh my gosh that is GENIUS... i love to shop for a good bargain so now i can shop for better calories! thank you soo much
  • thedancingleper
    thedancingleper Posts: 158 Member
    Drink something like a cup of tea or coffee instead of eating junk food and another thing you can do is bring your own healthier food to eat. If you bring your own food, you get to enjoy eating something, but you won't feel guilty about it.

    Good luck.

    P.S. The shopping idea is great.

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