How to kick a fast food addiction?

Moderation, maybe? I still eat fast food once or twice a week. Some people rat it every day and are successful in health and weight loss. It's all about balance. Maybe find some things on the menu lower calories than usual? Like, I really enjoy the grilled Mcwraps from McDonald's.

Once a week fast food gives me an easy dinner and a cleansing all in one.... especially white castle or sonic chili dogs. Kind of like a 2 for 1 deal. Good luck though

I still eat fast food sometimes, just don't over do it

moderation.. portion control.. i know sometimes it's hard to fit it into the daily cals since most items are like 500+ cals. if i'm craving something i'll get the smallest size or only eat half the normal portion. like literally give the other half away immediately or toss it. LOL.. if i try to cut it out completely i know i'll binge. but i have noticed that the less i indulge, the less i crave it.

I really wish people wouldn't use the word "addiction" so lightly. I really doubt you are addicted to fast food. Sure you make like it, you may crave it, but you are not addicted to it.

I try to recreate healthy versions of fast foods at home that I like and fit it into my calorie goals. For instance I used to be obsessed with Taco Bell but now I just make Taco's at home so I can portion what I am eating and use healthier ingredients. You can still eat fast food if you want but limit the intake with willpower and planning ahead of time.

meat
lettuce
tomato
sour cream
taco shell
shredded cheese

i dont get it...whats unhealthy?

Well for starters Taco Bell has a ridiculously high sodium count because all of the ingredients are pre-packaged and come in bags--- look behind the counter when they are refilling there vats.

just.stop.going.

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I really wish people wouldn't use the word "addiction" so lightly. I really doubt you are addicted to fast food. Sure you make like it, you may crave it, but you are not addicted to it.

THIS.

A true addict would take high risks to fulfill their addictions including stealing, robbery, using dirty needles, squandering assets, and endanger their/family health.

Would you eat fast food after I sprinkled dog poo on it? If yes, then maybe your are addicted.

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Honestly fast food is not the greatest for you but don't make yourself suffer by not eating it, we all have cravings and it is normal to indulge your cravings every once in a while, just don't over due it! Also congrats on giving up soda! I seriously believe soda is what made me an overweight child because I drank it like it was water

I try to recreate healthy versions of fast foods at home that I like and fit it into my calorie goals. For instance I used to be obsessed with Taco Bell but now I just make Taco's at home so I can portion what I am eating and use healthier ingredients. You can still eat fast food if you want but limit the intake with willpower and planning ahead of time.

Homemade Tacos are not only healthier but a lot cheaper, taco bell is not as cheap as it used to be especially when you have to feed more than yourself

I really wish people wouldn't use the word "addiction" so lightly. I really doubt you are addicted to fast food. Sure you make like it, you may crave it, but you are not addicted to it.

I asked for help/suggestions...not criticism.

Alright. My suggestion is to admit that you are not really addicted to fast food, that you crave it, that like any craving you must learn to control it. If you want fast food, have it, but make healthier choices off the menu that fit into your calorie budget and contain decent micro and macro nutrients. Pack a lunch, or go to the grocery store on the days you don't want to allow for fast food in your calorie budget.

Also, this is the internet. You aren't always going to get super nice, rainbow farting unicorn, replies. If you want help, be ready to expect frank, honest, opinions that aren't always sugar coated. And honestly be prepared for downright rudeness and insults (however my original post was not rude or insulting).

I try to recreate healthy versions of fast foods at home that I like and fit it into my calorie goals. For instance I used to be obsessed with Taco Bell but now I just make Taco's at home so I can portion what I am eating and use healthier ingredients. You can still eat fast food if you want but limit the intake with willpower and planning ahead of time.

meat
lettuce
tomato
sour cream
taco shell
shredded cheese

i dont get it...whats unhealthy?

Well for starters Taco Bell has a ridiculously high sodium count because all of the ingredients are pre-packaged and come in bags--- look behind the counter when they are refilling there vats.

Um. What is wrong with high sodium? And what does a bag have to do with sodium?

Most of the sodium would be from the meat.

Also, just because you spit out the word "vats" does not make it OHNOES status.

Oh I don't know, high sodium is linked to high blood pressure, stomach cancer, problems with your kidneys to name a few. Two Bean Burrito's at Taco bell is over 2000 grams of Sodium, if she has a problem with fast food eating this excess could be a problem hence why I said making it at home or limiting it could be useful I said vat because it's funny, someone needs to relax, I'm trying to help and your snarkiness is incredibly dull.

Stomach cancer, really? :huh: And regular exercise helps lower blood pressure. I consume a hell of a lot of sodium and my BP is barely over ideal (and there are genetic factors at play).

My snarkiness is never dull. This is proof you are an overexaggerator.

I try to recreate healthy versions of fast foods at home that I like and fit it into my calorie goals. For instance I used to be obsessed with Taco Bell but now I just make Taco's at home so I can portion what I am eating and use healthier ingredients. You can still eat fast food if you want but limit the intake with willpower and planning ahead of time.

meat
lettuce
tomato
sour cream
taco shell
shredded cheese

i dont get it...whats unhealthy?

Well for starters Taco Bell has a ridiculously high sodium count because all of the ingredients are pre-packaged and come in bags--- look behind the counter when they are refilling there vats.

Um. What is wrong with high sodium? And what does a bag have to do with sodium?

Most of the sodium would be from the meat.

Also, just because you spit out the word "vats" does not make it OHNOES status.

Oh I don't know, high sodium is linked to high blood pressure, stomach cancer, problems with your kidneys to name a few. Two Bean Burrito's at Taco bell is over 2000 grams of Sodium, if she has a problem with fast food eating this excess could be a problem hence why I said making it at home or limiting it could be useful I said vat because it's funny, someone needs to relax, I'm trying to help and your snarkiness is incredibly dull.

Stomach cancer, really? :huh: And regular exercise helps lower blood pressure. I consume a hell of a lot of sodium and my BP is barely over ideal (and there are genetic factors at play).

My snarkiness is never dull. This is proof you are an overexaggerator.

Just because eating a diet filled with sodium has worked for you doesn't mean you should promote it for everyone, particularly someone who has a problem consuming large amounts of fast food. I'm not going to waste my time quoting medical journals that show how a high sodium diet could negatively impact someone's health. Why don't you quit making low jab's at people behind and your computer and be more useful with your advice.

just start cooking your own homemade meals and you will soon realize that fast food pretty much tastes like a horses *kitten*...or what I believe a horses *kitten* would taste like.

I had Wendy's last August on a road trip and it pretty much ruined me for a couple of days...I hadn't had fast food in 9 months prior and I don't think I'll ever have it again.

Either that or come to terms with the fact that it is entirely possible to include fast food in an otherwise balanced and nutritious diet and still lose weight and be healthy. I may not eat fast food, but I can tell you right now, I eat pizza...I eat polish sausages and bratts...I eat full fat burgers I make at home on my grill...I eat ice cream and I drink soda on occasion...it's about learning moderation and portion control. For me, the fast food just wasn't worth it...it tastes like poop and then makes you poop...

Edit: also, the word addiction gets thrown around pretty willy nilly...everything is a frackin' addiction rather than a lack of self control or whatever...and I don't think people realize that there are people on here who've actually suffered true addictions...and it's just kind of a slap in the face to compare cravings to McDonalds and the like to being addicted to drugs.

Don't take it personally...I can get pretty bent out of shape about it from time to time because I'm one of those people but I try to maintain a level head because I know people are just trying to describe their food issues...but sometimes you just see addiction, addiction, addiction, being thrown around so much it just makes your top blow.