Cutting out Chips, Soda, Chocolate..All Junk food!

37434958

Hello everyone!
I really want to cut out Chips, soda's, chocolate, and everything called Junk! I wanted to ask if any of you have any advice or if any of you had success with this?? Thanks y'all!


I forgot to add! ( Ill be eating some of what the above on saturday's but also in moderation. )

I cannot eat moderate chocolate or chips, lol! Thats why I thought discipline will be good for me.

Mia_RagazzaTosta

You don't have to. Moderation. Do you plan to live without all of those things for the rest of your life? If not, there's no reason to eliminate them completely.

healthyversionofme

Sometimes moderation cant happen onset. I have tried moderation and its not working. I need to live without it first to find healthy alternatives. I need to figure out how to eat without junk in my daily like. These things should be occasional sweets not a part of my diet on a daily basis. I am working on it.

likeschocolate

For me it was hard to do it cold turkey and all at once.

I would try cutting down on quantities first, and drinking more water in place of soda. As Maria said -- moderation is a good thing.

One can also try and slowly find substitutions (e.g., if you like sweet after lunch, can try some fruit).

All the best. The idea is good -- to reduce intake of junk food (they tend to be "calorie dense" but "low in nutrition" and don't fill one up very well).

trogalicious

You don't have to. Moderation. Do you plan to live without all of those things for the rest of your life? If not, there's no reason to eliminate them completely.

this is what has worked for me.

Sweet_Gurl_Next_Door

try100daysofrealfood.com

they have a 10 day pledge to cut out processed food

for soda go gradual in this process. I've been soda free for two years.

I am starting the same process on the 13th

37434958

try100daysofrealfood.com

they have a 10 day pledge to cut out processed food

for soda go gradual in this process. I've been soda free for two years.

I am starting the same process on the 13th

Ill check it out

dubird

First step: Do not keep them in your house. Period. If you have family that loves them, too bad. They can get their own snacks when they go out. Harsh, I know, but just having them in the house means they're easy treats that you're used to eating. You'll still get cravings, at least I do, so when that happens I buy the smallest portion I can find. For example, I crave salty and crunchy things, like chips. So when that hits me, I go get a single serve bag at the gas station, and that usually does it. That way, I get something that shuts that craving up but I don't have a large bag in my house that I'll sit and eat on all day.

Something that helped me cut down on soda was not having an in the house, then ordering tea whenever I'd eat out. I go for unsweet if I have my sweetner with me, otherwise, half sweet and half unsweet. Once I started doing that, I drastcly cut my soda intake so now, I will occasionally get one when I eat out, depending on where I'm at, but most of the soda I drink is on game nights and that's it.

now_or_never13

I personally wouldn't cut it out. You can eat fast food, chips, chocolate, pop, candy, etc while losing weight. Just lower the portion and don't consume it as often. I don't like cutting anything out as i would rather learn to eat the things I love but in a better way.

Mimisam45

I will tell you that I had to first go "cold turkey" to eliminate cravings. I did 6 weeks with no sugar or wheat (this can cause the blood sugar "highs" that cause cravings too). Lots of meat, veggies, some fruit and even cheese and I didn't have any more cravings for the junk.

Now, I can have a taste of something "forbidden" and know that I won't return to that as a regular diet.

Best advice; research, research, research and find out what makes your body thrive and what stalls the fire!!

37434958

First step: Do not keep them in your house. Period. If you have family that loves them, too bad. They can get their own snacks when they go out. Harsh, I know, but just having them in the house means they're easy treats that you're used to eating. You'll still get cravings, at least I do, so when that happens I buy the smallest portion I can find. For example, I crave salty and crunchy things, like chips. So when that hits me, I go get a single serve bag at the gas station, and that usually does it. That way, I get something that shuts that craving up but I don't have a large bag in my house that I'll sit and eat on all day.

My family hates junk food!

Ascolti_la_musica

The day I decide that I can't lose weight without cutting out chocolate will be the day I throw in the towel, grab a bag of Snickers bars and get cozy with my recliner again.

I have chocolate every single day, and credit that one fact for ALL of my success so far.

37434958

The day I decide that I can't lose weight without cutting out chocolate will be the day I throw in the towel, grab a bag of Snickers bars and get cozy with my recliner again.

I have chocolate every single day, and credit that one fact for ALL of my success so far.

Well I personally wouldn't have such great willpower to have a bit of chocolate every day, like you have. Keep it up!

jennkain97

You don't have to. Moderation. Do you plan to live without all of those things for the rest of your life? If not, there's no reason to eliminate them completely.

This. You need to learn how to eat the way you plan to eat for life. If you cut those things out to lose weight, then once you reach your goal and start eating them again, you will just gain all the weight back. Try eating sweets only when you've had a good day and have some extra calories to burn. Or have just one or two squares of dark chocolate at the end of the day. This way, you'll sleep through the inevitable sugar crash, and not be tempted to go back for more.

tinak33

Sometimes moderation cant happen onset. I have tried moderation and its not working. I need to live without it first to find healthy alternatives. I need to figure out how to eat without junk in my daily like. These things should be occasional sweets not a part of my diet on a daily basis. I am working on it.

^^This
I have to quit all together and get by on healthy alternatives. Then later on, I can have those in moderation.
Now, soda, chocolate, etc, are easy for me to eat in moderation. But chips are still something I struggle with and I can't have them in my house yet.

dubird

First step: Do not keep them in your house. Period. If you have family that loves them, too bad. They can get their own snacks when they go out. Harsh, I know, but just having them in the house means they're easy treats that you're used to eating. You'll still get cravings, at least I do, so when that happens I buy the smallest portion I can find. For example, I crave salty and crunchy things, like chips. So when that hits me, I go get a single serve bag at the gas station, and that usually does it. That way, I get something that shuts that craving up but I don't have a large bag in my house that I'll sit and eat on all day.

My family hates junk food!

Well then, you don't have to worry about that. ^_^ Just make sure you don't buy any at the store for yourself. That's what worked for me anyways.

Mia_RagazzaTosta

I'll equate this to my experience with the Atkins diet. Sure I lost weight cutting out all things white (and all things I love), but here I am 3 years later with all that weight plus some extra. I'm Italian and Mexican; living a life without bread, pasta, tortillas, rice, tiramisu, flan, etc., is impossible.

Is it hard to stop at one or two pieces of bread? Absolutely, but I, too, am learning to tame my inner fat child. Good luck to everyone

37434958

First step: Do not keep them in your house. Period. If you have family that loves them, too bad. They can get their own snacks when they go out. Harsh, I know, but just having them in the house means they're easy treats that you're used to eating. You'll still get cravings, at least I do, so when that happens I buy the smallest portion I can find. For example, I crave salty and crunchy things, like chips. So when that hits me, I go get a single serve bag at the gas station, and that usually does it. That way, I get something that shuts that craving up but I don't have a large bag in my house that I'll sit and eat on all day.

My family hates junk food!

Well then, you don't have to worry about that. ^_^ Just make sure you don't buy any at the store for yourself. That's what worked for me anyways.

Ah! Thanks

dianadotj

I've gradually cut back over the years on junk food, but didn't really get rid of the cravings until recently. I did the BluePrint cleanse for 3 days in January and my cravings for junk food are almost completely gone. I haven't had a kettle chip or ice cream in months, and I've had one cheeseburger and a handful of fries since (these used to be something I'd eat daily). I still eat chocolate, but only dark chocolate and in much smaller amounts. Since the cleanse, most of the things I used to crave look unappealing. It's not for everyone, but it worked for me. I'm steadily losing weight because my habits are changing.

Good luck!

dubird

The day I decide that I can't lose weight without cutting out chocolate will be the day I throw in the towel, grab a bag of Snickers bars and get cozy with my recliner again.

I have chocolate every single day, and credit that one fact for ALL of my success so far.

I read somewhere that small amounts of dark chocolate every day is actually good for your heart. Not sure how accurate that is, though.

LavenderBouquet

Hello everyone!
I really want to cut out Chips, soda's, chocolate, and everything called Junk! I wanted to ask if any of you have any advice or if any of you had success with this?? Thanks y'all!


I forgot to add! ( Ill be eating some of what the above on saturday's but also in moderation. )

I cannot eat moderate chocolate or chips, lol! Thats why I thought discipline will be good for me.

Awesome! Make sure you have healthy snacks or alternatives around to help with cravings such as nuts, seeds, raw crunchy veggies, plain soda water with fresh lemon, unsweetened herbal iced tea. I love French fries and I recently discovered carrot fries which are super tasty (message me if you want the recipe - super simple) as a side dish. I've heard of people making kale "chips" as well but I haven't tried them. Good luck :flowerforyou:

NutellaAddict

I guess no Pop-Tart Ice cream sammiches for you.

37434958

I've gradually cut back over the years on junk food, but didn't really get rid of the cravings until recently. I did the BluePrint cleanse for 3 days in January and my cravings for junk food are almost completely gone. I haven't had a kettle chip or ice cream in months, and I've had one cheeseburger and a handful of fries since (these used to be something I'd eat daily). I still eat chocolate, but only dark chocolate and in much smaller amounts. Since the cleanse, most of the things I used to crave look unappealing. It's not for everyone, but it worked for me. I'm steadily losing weight because my habits are changing.

Good luck!

Thanks! And good work!

37434958

I guess no Pop-Tart Ice cream sammiches for you.

Never had a pop tart :P

jimgatewood

Seems to me the question is are you willing to make that commitment. If so, then just do it. If not, then I would think it's like the rest of your menu, portions.

cryswest57

My goal is to eat as "clean" as I can (although it won't be perfect) for the rest of this month until Easter (March 31). I don't plan to do this forever, but I want to try it out. I know from experience that when I do eat "junk" again to take it slowly in order not to gain it all back. This is what I did once before, and I didn't gain anything back.

NewLIFEstyle4ME

What others have said on here is true--you can still have these things in moderation for sure. That said, I am totally forsaking all of what you've mentioned as well as coffee, caffeine, meats, soy products and dairy too for the next 90 days and hopefully for the rest of my life. The only exception is chocolate. I am treating myself to the most awesome chocolate I've EVER eaten in over 50 years of being on this earth! It's called:

100% Artisan Raw Organic Cacao Bliss Coconut Butter :bigsmile:

I've always eaten the Artisan 100% raw coconut butter, but honey this stuff is fabulous and filling too!

It's coconut butter made with raw organic cacao (which is chocolate) and not only is it super chocolately yumminess, but it's good for me too. I treat myself to 2 tablespoons per day or when I have a chocolate desire. This also helps bump up my NET cals and good fats too!

scjl132

I've been debating throwing out the sugar, but, I don't want to (quite yet anyway). I know I feel better without the copious amounts I was eating but I do like that Reeses Peanut Butter Cup or Mountain Dew on a very regular basis. Kudo's to you for making the decision to eliminate the empty calories!!

femmefae

I cut out my vices (soda, french fries, chips, etc.) for Lent and I've been doing well with it despite being a college student in a dining hall full of temptation. Personally, I plan on eating junk food regardless of my lifestyle because it's all about moderation. That's it really.

odddrums

I'd second everyone who said just stop buying it and keeping it in your house. Having a pitcher of water in the fridge [or a filter pitcher if you prefer] helped me cut out soda because I would just drink that when I was thirsty. I also stopped buying alcohol because my roommates would end up finishing everything I'd bought before I had a chance to get some :P

One thing to do is just buy more veggies and skip any chips, cookies, crackers and all that. I cut up portions of peppers and carrots on my off days and bag them up, then they're ready to go once I'm hungry and lazy. It takes getting used to but eventually you're full and it only gets easier.

A last little perk or motivation tool is see how much you were spending on soda and junk by looking at past receipts from the grocery store, then taking that money and putting it into a jar, then at the end of the month see how much you've saved and spend that on something fun. This is an old trick I've seen a lot of smokers do to help motivate them to quit.

There's no single thing that makes it easier, I've found it takes a number of things but once it becomes habit you never worry about it again. I haven't bought a bag of chips or a 12-pack of soda in years. I still have one when I go out now and then or if I feel like it, it just makes it more of a treat.

Good luck!

NewLIFEstyle4ME

First step: Do not keep them in your house. Period. If you have family that loves them, too bad. They can get their own snacks when they go out. Harsh, I know, but just having them in the house means they're easy treats that you're used to eating. You'll still get cravings, at least I do, so when that happens I buy the smallest portion I can find. For example, I crave salty and crunchy things, like chips. So when that hits me, I go get a single serve bag at the gas station, and that usually does it. That way, I get something that shuts that craving up but I don't have a large bag in my house that I'll sit and eat on all day.

Something that helped me cut down on soda was not having an in the house, then ordering tea whenever I'd eat out. I go for unsweet if I have my sweetner with me, otherwise, half sweet and half unsweet. Once I started doing that, I drastcly cut my soda intake so now, I will occasionally get one when I eat out, depending on where I'm at, but most of the soda I drink is on game nights and that's it.

This is good advice. That said, I live in a house full of children and a hubby that loves these types of things and are all slim and trim and healthy. So for me, this isn't an option (getting rid of all of the junk), I have just had to and want to and must daily put on a stiff upper lip and say NO, thank you anyway! It's going to be like that for me anyways as I go to friends and family's homes and occasions, where these things are going to constantly be within hands reach. I've just made up my mind that these types of foods and drinks are what folk eat and drink and more power to them, but for me...they don't work nor help in my reaching my ultimate goal--not just of mere weight loss, but of self-control and living a more healthier anti-S.A.D. (Standard American Diet) for myself.

I'm not judigng these foods nor the people that indulge in them. I'm judging myself. I've had many many MANY years indulging myself in these foods and the S.A.D. lifestyle and now it's time to say so long to that way of living and eating and Hello and welcome to a new lifestyle of organic fruits, veggies, Hemp Protein and when my body calls for them organic grains, seeds and nuts and perhaps sometime in the future some humanely raised and vegan fed meats, dairy, eggs and wild raised Salmon & Fish and poll caught and trolled tuna. So, Yay to you if you stop and yay to those who don't--everyone is different and must (or should) follow their spirit in what to eat, drink and how to live--judging themselves, instead of others. It's hard--but not impossible