Cravings!

chelsinicole
chelsinicole Posts: 37
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I am a compulsive eater and since iv started havent had much of a problem with it but today i REALLY want cereal! I started eating a little and just wanted more, so i just made myself stop. Im frustrated because my eating ruined my plans last time i tried losing weight. Anyone else feel this way? Advice?

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  • pkgirrl
    pkgirrl Posts: 587
    I totally understand, I'm a huge emotional eater. Look at it this way, you ate a little, and you STOPPED. That's awesome! The food didn't win, because you said enough, and put it down. I know its hard, and we all slip up, but you did it once, and you can do it again! =D
  • aml0484
    aml0484 Posts: 425
    I had the biggest craving today for a slice of marble cake. I had a return to do today at the store that sells my favorite cake and just decided that the return can wait until tomorrow when the craving has passed.

    I try and remove myself from the situation. Most of the time this means getting out and going for a walk. Once I get back I am no longer craving this and feel double better for not eating it and also for burning a few extra calories. Hope this helps some.
  • ltlhmom
    ltlhmom Posts: 1,202 Member
    I think it is good to answer to the cravings because if you don't they will still haunt you. You still set the time and the amount. Maybe it is only one bite or a whole serving. But plan your day around it be willing to do exercise if that is what it takes. It is all about portion control and moderations. I like that you didn't allow your self another bowl as you controlled how much you would have. What kind of cereal was it? I have tried a couple of the Kashi once. I really like the blueberry one. It turns the milk blue and remind me of some of my favorite kid cereals that weren't so good for you. But it is healthy! :bigsmile:
  • VictorianJade
    VictorianJade Posts: 705 Member
    I am a compulsive eater, too. And an emotional eater... which drives the compulsion.

    I'm getting it under control.

    I'm rather proud of my success, thus far.


    Today, I'm craving greek salad, pita, and humous.
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