Is it ok to give in to my fast food craving??

Jbower1025
Jbower1025 Posts: 9 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Every so often I crave a big mac meal or something similar. Is it ok to give into those cravings as long as I fit it into my calories for the day? I don't want to ruin my dieting and weight loss by giving into these cravings every so often if it's going to completely screw me up.
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  • BigT555
    BigT555 Posts: 2,067 Member
    yup. totally fine

    theres a reason we say "everything in moderation". if you completely abstain from eating these foods theres a good chance you'll break down someday and have a major binge
  • ccrdragon
    ccrdragon Posts: 3,374 Member
    as long as it fits in your calorie goals you can eat whatever the heck you want to eat... I know I do and it hasn't stopped me from losing weight!
  • xcalygrl
    xcalygrl Posts: 1,897 Member
    yup. totally fine

    theres a reason we say "everything in moderation". if you completely abstain from eating these foods theres a good chance you'll break down someday and have a major binge

    Agree with this.
  • Ryderod
    Ryderod Posts: 103 Member
    While it might not be the cleanest food, or the best macros, yes, if you can occasionally fit a fast food meal into your daily calorie budget you will be fine.
    It's better not to deprive yourself of items you enjoy as this lifestyle has to be sustainable over a long term basis, so being too rigid and hard on yourself will just make this harder.
  • Hornsby
    Hornsby Posts: 10,322 Member
    One more "Yup".
  • Greenbomb
    Greenbomb Posts: 89 Member
    Well, what you eat is totally up to you of course, but fast food is so bad for you in every way. I would suggest making yourself a burger at home with lean ground beef (there is a LOT of weird crap in fast food "beef"). You can satisfy that craving without eating scary stuff!
  • Hornsby
    Hornsby Posts: 10,322 Member
    Well, what you eat is totally up to you of course, but fast food is so bad for you in every way. I would suggest making yourself a burger at home with lean ground beef (there is a LOT of weird crap in fast food "beef"). You can satisfy that craving without eating scary stuff!

    And don't listen to this....lol. Funny stuff.
  • CindyMarcuzAdams
    CindyMarcuzAdams Posts: 4,007 Member
    Go for it, just plan ahead if you can. Enjoy it without guilt.
  • csk0018
    csk0018 Posts: 219 Member
    For me, if I want it... I eat it. I just work my other meals around it or exercise to cover it.
  • accelerashawn
    accelerashawn Posts: 470 Member
    Every bite takes a few seconds off your life. No seriously...
  • nvpixie
    nvpixie Posts: 483 Member
    Yes. Account for it in your diary. Today I'm having chicken nuggets and fries for lunch and will eat lighter for dinner.
  • christacb
    christacb Posts: 29 Member
    Yes. Big Mac's are only 550 calories :). I get a Big Mac and a unsweet tea ( 0 calories for the tea) so I have plenty of other calories leftover for the rest of the day.
  • Jbower1025
    Jbower1025 Posts: 9 Member
    Thanks everyone! Now I won't feel as guilty when I give into my craving knowing that it won't screw me up as long as I am fitting it into my calories for the day! :)
  • attackhamster
    attackhamster Posts: 58 Member
    Every bite takes a few seconds off your life. No seriously...

    [citation needed]
  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    I'll add another yes to the chorus. If it fits into your calorie and nutrition goals, you're eating a varied diet to get your micro nutrients, and you won't have any ill effects from eating it, then I don't see a problem.
  • GothyFaery
    GothyFaery Posts: 762 Member
    I eat fast food usually 3 times a week and two of those times are Taco Bell. I need my TB on Friday to get me over the week and again on Sunday to get my next week started! Just make it fit and enjoy! You don't have to feel bad for eating fast food!
  • JosieRawr
    JosieRawr Posts: 788 Member
    yup. totally fine

    theres a reason we say "everything in moderation". if you completely abstain from eating these foods theres a good chance you'll break down someday and have a major binge

    Exactly this. If you're dieting then the diet ends and you have to learn all over again. If you are changing your diet to a healthier one yet still allowing yourself the freedom to have what you want, just in moderation, it's more likely to stick around when you reach your goal.
  • Quieau
    Quieau Posts: 428 Member
    Calorically speaking, doesn't matter. There ARE additives like MSG in said "food" designed to trigger more eating though, so be very careful to make sure it doesn't trigger physical or psychological cravings for more junk.


    (source: MSGTruth.org)
  • accelerashawn
    accelerashawn Posts: 470 Member
    Every bite takes a few seconds off your life. No seriously...

    [citation needed]
    Try it...take a bite...time yourself...probably took you a few seconds right?...its science.
  • keshabbaker
    keshabbaker Posts: 152 Member
    yes you can because if you don't it will most likely come back to bite you in butt with an over eating binge. It's suppose to be a lifestyle change so is it logical you will never eat fast food again no so eat it and workout later.
  • iseelondon
    iseelondon Posts: 17 Member
    I say yes, in moderation. Try to make it fit in your calorie allowance or exercise a bit more. One hint that works for me, I buy the sandwich there and come home to bake some Ore-Ida golden crinkle french fries. I have much better control over portion size and they cost me fewer calories.
  • BlueBombers
    BlueBombers Posts: 4,064 Member
    Why not?
  • Branstin
    Branstin Posts: 2,320 Member
    Absolutely add it in and it won't screw up your plan.
  • Emeryeon
    Emeryeon Posts: 61
    mcdonalds isnt even unhealthy anymore so yeah
    i used to love big macs but they began to make me feel sick so i quit then i went to the chicken tenders then they got rid of them and now there r the nasty mighty wings
  • 4daluvof_candice
    4daluvof_candice Posts: 483 Member
    Calorically speaking, doesn't matter. There ARE additives like MSG in said "food" designed to trigger more eating though, so be very careful to make sure it doesn't trigger physical or psychological cravings for more junk.


    (source: MSGTruth.org)

    Carol Hoernlein, P.E.
    Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including works like roads, bridges, canals, dams, and buildings

    10 years as a Licensed Professional Civil Engineer in NJ working on site plans and drainage design for new construction for residential, commercial, and municipal sites in Northeastern NJ. I am proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D 2011 and have been using AutoCAD in my design work since 1997. Expert Witness before Municipal Boards and also in legal proceedings before the Courts on engineering matters. Municipal experience as an elected official in Tenafly, NJ 2007-2009 where I was Fire Commissioner, Planning Board Member, Liaison to the Zoning Board and Historic Preservation Commission. I also headed the Department of Public Works and Building Dept.Committees.

    :huh:

    to add: but the site says MSG Truth was created in February 2002 by former food process engineer and food scientist, Carol Hoernlein.
    Are these two branches of engineering the same?
  • chaoticdreams
    chaoticdreams Posts: 447 Member
    I've been craving a Big Mac for weeks. Finally caved and got one yesterday. Worked it into my calories and worked out extra just in case. Scale went down this morning. :)

    So, yes, grab one and work it in!
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,809 Member
    Well, what you eat is totally up to you of course, but fast food is so bad for you in every way. I would suggest making yourself a burger at home with lean ground beef (there is a LOT of weird crap in fast food "beef"). You can satisfy that craving without eating scary stuff!
    If you eat the burger whilst wearing a tin foil hat it makes it a lot less scary.
  • BigT555
    BigT555 Posts: 2,067 Member
    mcdonalds isnt even unhealthy anymore so yeah
    i used to love big macs but they began to make me feel sick so i quit then i went to the chicken tenders then they got rid of them and now there r the nasty mighty wings
    well i wouldnt go that far.. mcdolans is still relatively high in sodium, fats, sugars, and lacks many essential vitamins and minerals . eating solely food sold at mcdonalds would not be a great choice
  • BigT555
    BigT555 Posts: 2,067 Member
    Calorically speaking, doesn't matter. There ARE additives like MSG in said "food" designed to trigger more eating though, so be very careful to make sure it doesn't trigger physical or psychological cravings for more junk.


    (source: MSGTruth.org)

    Carol Hoernlein, P.E.
    Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including works like roads, bridges, canals, dams, and buildings

    10 years as a Licensed Professional Civil Engineer in NJ working on site plans and drainage design for new construction for residential, commercial, and municipal sites in Northeastern NJ. I am proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D 2011 and have been using AutoCAD in my design work since 1997. Expert Witness before Municipal Boards and also in legal proceedings before the Courts on engineering matters. Municipal experience as an elected official in Tenafly, NJ 2007-2009 where I was Fire Commissioner, Planning Board Member, Liaison to the Zoning Board and Historic Preservation Commission. I also headed the Department of Public Works and Building Dept.Committees.

    :huh:

    to add: but the site says MSG Truth was created in February 2002 by former food process engineer and food scientist, Carol Hoernlein.
    Are these two branches of engineering the same?
    im a fan of civil engineering, its extremely close to my future field of work (architecture) but what does it have to do with mcdonalds?
  • feliscatus84
    feliscatus84 Posts: 80 Member
    I used to have the motto of "you shouldn't eat that on a diet" until I failed that diet and gained back the weight I lost and more. Now I eat what I absolutely want and have lost 41lbs doing so. I don't eat burgers everyday but If I want a burger I will have it and make room in my calories. I am not going to live my life "scared" of food anymore.

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