binges

leadiax3
leadiax3 Posts: 534 Member
in Motivation and Support
If anyone has any strategies on avoiding binge eating please share! I tend to eat well during the week, but friday and saturday are nightmarish. I imagine its cuz im tired at the end of the week and perhaps am seeking reward?? I just need to find out how to stop binging on these two days.

Replies

  • Unknown
    Unknown
    This content has been removed.
  • leadiax3
    leadiax3 Posts: 534 Member
    Binge meaning... Eating way more than necessary. And eating stuff that is just there for grabbing rather than there for nourishment. Then being left feeling completely stuffed.
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    Find active hobbies that get you out of the house on the weekends, and pre-plan your meals.
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    This content has been removed.
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    This content has been removed.
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    Try not to keep those trigger foods in the house, if you can.
  • BikerGirlElaine
    BikerGirlElaine Posts: 1,631 Member
    What works for me is to eat enough of the right foods. My binges were almost always because I had undereaten in the 12 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours, or week previously.

    Today I take binge-eating as a sign that my calorie goal is set too low. If I bump it up and eat to within about 50 calories of it, I don't binge. I also eat my meals on a pretty set schedule. A late meal can trigger a binge.

    Remember, this is just what works *for me*. YMMV
  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    Knowing why you're doing it is the first step to stopping it. Always make sure you're not actually restricting yourself too far. A very low calorie limit or cutting out favorite foods can lead to more binges than a more moderate diet plan.

    Being tired can be a big binge trigger. Try to recognize that it's coming before you reach that stage. Make sure you're getting enough sleep and look for ways to relax.

    You need to find something to substitute as a reward for yourself. Whether it's something as simple as a sticker on the calendar for days you're good or some retail therapy (ie shopping) when you reach mini-goals, see if there's something that you can do to replace food as a reward.

    The trick for me is always to stop the binge before it happens. It's tough and it takes a lot of practice. But interrupting old habits and being mindful of my body can really help.
  • ARoseinDecember
    ARoseinDecember Posts: 29
    i agree with poster who said to try not to keep those "triggers" around, AND with the poster who said it is a clear sign from your body that it is missing something (calories, or a specific nutrient found in the food you're binging on if it's something in particular).

    My new strategy (since I tend to "binge" on things like nuts or nut butter that are not "unhealthy") is to make sure to allow myself to have a little of it. It's a cliche', but a small bit of chocolate every day is not going to blow your calories, and you won't feel deprived.
  • ARoseinDecember
    ARoseinDecember Posts: 29
    Also, sounds stupid, but I find drinking herbal tea (or decaf) at night(when my binges seem to happen!) is a huge helper. I know it's still summer, LOL, but warm, full tummy is a happy tummy, for me at least.
  • Mouseanonymous802
    Mouseanonymous802 Posts: 76
    My binges are not through lack of calories etc. try and make sure you're paying attention to your emotions and finding time to cry/scream/hit things if you need to! It's what works for me might not for you :)
    For me whether I eat 200 calories a day or 2000 i will still binge unless I look at my emotions
  • leadiax3
    leadiax3 Posts: 534 Member
    Thanx. That was especially helpful!
  • redheaddee
    redheaddee Posts: 2,005 Member
    For me, it seems that when my protein is high, I am less hungry overall and less prone to midnight snacking. I also completely agree with pre-planning and lots of water or herbal tea (sans sugar of course)

    Or you could put down the bong :laugh:
  • leadiax3
    leadiax3 Posts: 534 Member
    Yes. Thats true!
  • leadiax3
    leadiax3 Posts: 534 Member
    Funny! I wish i WAS a pothead... I could probably relax more
  • DebbieLyn63
    DebbieLyn63 Posts: 2,654 Member
    A quick look at your profile, reveals you struggled with an ED. After skimming thru your diary for the past week, I don't really see any binge behavior. The worst thing is 4 slices of zucchini bread on thurs. But that still only barely put you over for the day and evened out over the week. One cup of ice cream, when it fits into your calories for the day, is perfectly fine.

    I think perhaps you still have some work to do on your relationship with food and eating. If you were 50 lbs overweight, then perhaps you would need to be more strict with your diet, but you aren't. You are at a healthy weight. Enjoy life. Focus more on the blessings in your life, rather than beating yourself up when you have some ice cream.

    I have no training or experience with EDs, so I hope that my post is not offensive. I understand that it is not as simple as I may have stated it, so I apologize if it comes off wrong.

    You are a beautiful young lady. I hope you continue to become healthier in all aspects of your life, and can enjoy the beautiful gift you have been given.

Categories