Anyone besides me?
JeremyCegers
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I have a problem when I binge. I'm good when I refuse foods I know I shouldn't eat but when I do eat them I eat WAY too much. For example, I ate 5 fudge rounds this weekend. Does anyone else have this problem? If so, how do you fight it?
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There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.0
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Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
Agreed. I've found prepping and pre logging helpful. Definitely helps keep things in perspective and me in check. I would also suggest that you drink a lot of water before you eat any foods that may cause you to binge. The water will fill you up leaving little room for binging.
Good luck! You got this
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Hi Jeremy, I definitely have that same problem. Once I start eating something that feels "bad," it's really easy to go overboard.
I'm still not 100% sure how to prevent it, but at least in my case, I think I was eating at too much of a deficit. I'd be fine for a few days, then just go crazy on sweets or fattening foods. Starting with MFP, I'm realizing my body probably needs more calories and a lot more fat in my diet!
Maybe it's the same for you? Your body could be running on empty and going into overdrive whenever it gets the chance for some quick carbs.0 -
Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type0
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That is a definite possibility. I burn a lot of calories when I work out and only feel satisfaction once I binge. Its like once a month at times.0
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Dude, that is so close to how I feel when I binge. For months, I was looking into ways to prevent binges, like ignoring the urge. But at that moment, the thought of ignoring it makes me feel empty and tired. Then recently I read an enlightening blog entry here. I've started to think maybe it really is just my body telling me it needs something.
Like I said, I'm still not completely in the clear. I'm doing my best to see food--even carb-heavy and fattening food--as fuel my body needs instead of a barrier to losing weight. I'm confident if I can go forward with that mindset and eat balanced meals, I can take more control.
Just know you're not alone in this!0 -
I appreciate all of the input and it is comforting to know its not just me. I feel like I'm committing a crime or something for eating food.
In the past, I would make late night runs to McDonald's and spend $10, on the DOLLAR MENU. I'm past that but it feels the same when I binge. I'm going to read the article. Hopefully I can get over this or accept it.0 -
JeremyCegers wrote: »I have a problem when I binge. I'm good when I refuse foods I know I shouldn't eat but when I do eat them I eat WAY too much. For example, I ate 5 fudge rounds this weekend. Does anyone else have this problem? If so, how do you fight it?
Start by thinking of (food as food).
It is not bad or good.
It is the choices we make that are imperfect.
Are you eating back some of your calories from your workouts?
Focus on the successful choices you make everyday. Think of yourself as a hero because you have already put in a lot of work. (*)
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Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol0 -
RodaRose it just happens. I don't intend to eat a lot, but it ends up like that. The 5 fudge rounds, I got up 5 times to get them. The workouts may play a part in it but its not frequent enough for me to determine that.
I like how you shift the negativity in your wording. Very positive and easier to accept. 0 -
Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol
I can try to pre-plan things but I'm not sure if it will help me. I usually don't care much about calories or things when it hits. I hope it works. I can relate to working off binges too lol0 -
I chew lots and lots of sugarless gum. But sometimes if I am overwhelmed by the urge to eat chocolate - I will get one dark chocolate dove mint swirl out and unwrap it; making myself a perfect cup of dark roasted coffee and then savor that one piece. I eat it slowly and log it. Then I go brush my teeth so the taste is gone and it helps me not want more.0
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I have similar issues. I refer to it as being "Hangry". I'm hungry, and I'm gonna eat this donut and goodness help anyone that tries to stop me, cause it's going to get ugly. I feel stupid afterwards, but sated. Sadly, I don't have any advice, but I wanted to let you know you're not alone in that feeling. I'm going to take notes on stuff that people tell you, too. 0
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AmigaMaria001 wrote: »I chew lots and lots of sugarless gum. But sometimes if I am overwhelmed by the urge to eat chocolate - I will get one dark chocolate dove mint swirl out and unwrap it; making myself a perfect cup of dark roasted coffee and then savor that one piece. I eat it slowly and log it. Then I go brush my teeth so the taste is gone and it helps me not want more.
I wish I had the control to stop at 1 of something. I have heard that brushing teeth helps too but it didn't help me.
I have noticed that most binges happen late at night for me. I have actually waken up from sleep to eat.0 -
E_Goldfish wrote: »I have similar issues. I refer to it as being "Hangry". I'm hungry, and I'm gonna eat this donut and goodness help anyone that tries to stop me, cause it's going to get ugly. I feel stupid afterwards, but sated. Sadly, I don't have any advice, but I wanted to let you know you're not alone in that feeling. I'm going to take notes on stuff that people tell you, too.
This is equally important as the advice to me. I appreciate you.0 -
JeremyCegers wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol
I can try to pre-plan things but I'm not sure if it will help me. I usually don't care much about calories or things when it hits. I hope it works. I can relate to working off binges too lol
Dude I fully understand what you mean. What helps me as well is to set a target weight for Monday morning so I guilt myself on Friday evening lol If all else fails, work it off the next day. It's taken me 20 months to lose 70 pounds but I am comfortable with losing slowly. If you cant prevent it, try your best to limit it and then do damage control.0 -
JeremyCegers wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol
I can try to pre-plan things but I'm not sure if it will help me. I usually don't care much about calories or things when it hits. I hope it works. I can relate to working off binges too lol
Dude I fully understand what you mean. What helps me as well is to set a target weight for Monday morning so I quilt myself on Friday evening lol If all lese fails, work it off the next day. It's taken me 20 months to lose 70 pounds but I am comfortable with losing slowly. If you cant prevent it, try your best to limit it and then do damage control.
Congratulations on your progress. I hope I can do your numbers0 -
I've never been a binger, so I have no insight for you...but what is a fudge round?0
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I ate a whole package of girl scout lemonade..there shortbread w lemon glaze so yummy! I think it's because I'm increasing my mileage so I'm hungrier. Maybe you need to eat more? I'm increasing my egg and creamer potatoe consumption. They both fill me up faster and have more staying power. Try to figure out what foods are lower in calories and keep you full longer. That should help.0
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JeremyCegers wrote: »JeremyCegers wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol
I can try to pre-plan things but I'm not sure if it will help me. I usually don't care much about calories or things when it hits. I hope it works. I can relate to working off binges too lol
Dude I fully understand what you mean. What helps me as well is to set a target weight for Monday morning so I quilt myself on Friday evening lol If all lese fails, work it off the next day. It's taken me 20 months to lose 70 pounds but I am comfortable with losing slowly. If you cant prevent it, try your best to limit it and then do damage control.
Congratulations on your progress. I hope I can do your numbers
Thanks I've done 2 epic weight losses before and neither of them successfull. Just keep at it. chip away small little bits at a time and you will get there.
Perhaps there is something in here that can help you.
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10088998/my-weightloss-tools#latest0 -
azulvioleta6 wrote: »I've never been a binger, so I have no insight for you...but what is a fudge round?
Only the greatest little Debbie cake ever invented. I would go into deep description but I would have to go get a box lol0 -
JeremyCegers wrote: »JeremyCegers wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »There are no foods, you "shouldn't eat". Try pre logging your days, to include a treat and keep it at that.
This works for me as well. That way when I walk pat 7 hotdog stands and street cafe's on the way to gym I know I cant buy anything otherwise I cant have supper. I cant live without supper lolJeremyCegers wrote: »Binging sneaks up on me. I have no clue when its coming but a strong hunger comes and I don't want anything that is low in calories. I will do crazy stuff like order a large pizza and its just me. When I'm binging, water is not allowed either lol it seems horrible the more I type
Friday is my danger day so I need to be extra careful. I get home hungry, decide to have a small snack and then cant stop myself. Saturday is then spent workin off Friday's binge lol
I can try to pre-plan things but I'm not sure if it will help me. I usually don't care much about calories or things when it hits. I hope it works. I can relate to working off binges too lol
Dude I fully understand what you mean. What helps me as well is to set a target weight for Monday morning so I quilt myself on Friday evening lol If all lese fails, work it off the next day. It's taken me 20 months to lose 70 pounds but I am comfortable with losing slowly. If you cant prevent it, try your best to limit it and then do damage control.
Congratulations on your progress. I hope I can do your numbers
Thanks I've done 2 epic weight losses before and neither of them successfull. Just keep at it. chip away small little bits at a time and you will get there.
Perhaps there is something in here that can help you.
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10088998/my-weightloss-tools#latest
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carliekitty wrote: »I ate a whole package of girl scout lemonade..there shortbread w lemon glaze so yummy! I think it's because I'm increasing my mileage so I'm hungrier. Maybe you need to eat more? I'm increasing my egg and creamer potatoe consumption. They both fill me up faster and have more staying power. Try to figure out what foods are lower in calories and keep you full longer. That should help.
Will do. I did ease up on carbs before I binged.0 -
I have the same problem with binges, so I try to keep them scaled back with planning. I can keep on track for a long time and then, boom! I agree that it feels like my body might be lacking something which is what lead to the binge in the first place. I also have the guilt later and push myself for the extra workouts. By the time I'm on extra workouts, I'm usually back on track. Here are my planning tactics- hope they might help you.
I try to pre-log my days as much as possible. Everyday in the morning after walking the dog, I login and try to enter everything I plan to have for breakfast, lunch and snacks.
If I do not have a lunch to bring to work portioned or planned, I build a salad or sandwich- meanwhile punching it into this app. This keeps me within reason. I also keep fruit on my desk at work so that I reach for that rather than the snacks in the lunchroom.
When I make dinner, I like to pre-portion the entire meal- on my plate as well as in the containers for tomorrow's lunch. If I can get the food in the fridge before I eat my dinner, I'm much less likely to think I need seconds. The same works for me when I'm out to eat- I stare at that plate and enter them, then put the excess in a takeout box before starting.
I try not to buy things that I binge on, and when I do cave at the market- buy the smallest possible package so that when it's done, it's done! The same works for me in the drive thru. Buy the smallest meal and get out. I will go back for more if it's in the house, but it takes sooo much more effort to get in the car and pick something up.
Try not to beat yourself up too badly. Tomorrow is another day to get on track. I try to remind myself that it's OK to have these days, so long as it is not frequent!0 -
fashionkitten13 wrote: »I have the same problem with binges, so I try to keep them scaled back with planning. I can keep on track for a long time and then, boom! I agree that it feels like my body might be lacking something which is what lead to the binge in the first place. I also have the guilt later and push myself for the extra workouts. By the time I'm on extra workouts, I'm usually back on track. Here are my planning tactics- hope they might help you.
I try to pre-log my days as much as possible. Everyday in the morning after walking the dog, I login and try to enter everything I plan to have for breakfast, lunch and snacks.
If I do not have a lunch to bring to work portioned or planned, I build a salad or sandwich- meanwhile punching it into this app. This keeps me within reason. I also keep fruit on my desk at work so that I reach for that rather than the snacks in the lunchroom.
When I make dinner, I like to pre-portion the entire meal- on my plate as well as in the containers for tomorrow's lunch. If I can get the food in the fridge before I eat my dinner, I'm much less likely to think I need seconds. The same works for me when I'm out to eat- I stare at that plate and enter them, then put the excess in a takeout box before starting.
I try not to buy things that I binge on, and when I do cave at the market- buy the smallest possible package so that when it's done, it's done! The same works for me in the drive thru. Buy the smallest meal and get out. I will go back for more if it's in the house, but it takes sooo much more effort to get in the car and pick something up.
Try not to beat yourself up too badly. Tomorrow is another day to get on track. I try to remind myself that it's OK to have these days, so long as it is not frequent!
I appreciate the help. I feel like I may be able to beat it. At least I know I'm not alone and there are people that have battled this monster before.0 -
I get the same "I don't care" attitude. It has taken me the last 3 months to turn my head around to "I DO care." Mostly, the result of my binges was maintaining my weight, but reality hit when I started gaining instead of losing, so for a while, I got back on the bandwagon to lose. I lost a little but then kept binging and maintaining. Finally, it dawned on me that in fact, I do care, a lot, and I really wanted to change this.
I made a plan--I finished eating the food I was binging on so it wouldn't be in the house or at work (I couldn't see throwing it out or giving it away, but those are options) so I CAN'T eat it because it's not there. If I want something bad enough to go somewhere to get it, I buy a high protein treat instead, like one small bag of beef jerky, which blows my sodium levels, but not my calorie intake.
My binges were about not giving up the freedom to eat as much as I want, but eventually I realized that I have the freedom to do better for myself, which is a much greater freedom than being driven and out of control. It took really being fed up with not caring enough about myself to get what I really want. Hope that helps.0
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