Good all day then overeat at night!!! So dissapointed help!

kittyy250
kittyy250 Posts: 31 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Is anyone else having problems with overeating after a healthy day of meals and snacks?
This happens quite a lot with me.... Today I had porridge for breakfast then a banana for snack then a hearty chicken and avocado salad sanwixh and apple for lunch and a beef salad for dinner
Then when I got home I just wanted to eat everything in sight!! Does this happen to anyone else I'm dissapojnted in myself because I've had such a healthy day and made some good quality food but then I sabotage myself at night!!
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  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    Maybe you are trying too hard to be good. If you eat too little, you will surely be hungry. How many calories are you eating? And will that be appropriate for you? How much do you weigh and how tall are you?
  • kittyy250
    kittyy250 Posts: 31 Member
    kommodevaran wrote: »
    Maybe you are trying too hard to be good. If you eat too little, you will surely be hungry. How many calories are you eating? And will that be appropriate for you? How much do you weigh and how tall are you?

    I'm not sure how many calories I had today I have stopped logging because I don't really want to lose weight, just eat healthy.

    I am 168cm/63kg
  • Dublinmum
    Dublinmum Posts: 19 Member
    edited September 2016
    I find the same. Sometimes I have to go to bed early because I know I'll snack if I stay up. Are you eating enough calories during the day? Are you drinking enough water? Dehydration feels a lot like hunger. Maybe swap out some of your carbs for higher protein alternatives that will keep you feeling full for longer. I find porridge makes me hungry by mid morning. Boiled egg, greek yoghurt and fruit keeps me going to lunch, has a lower calorie count and does away with the need for a mid morning snack. You could move the mid morning banana to an evening snack
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    If you don't want to lose weight, how is "overeating" a problem?
  • DavidHinBrum
    DavidHinBrum Posts: 1 Member
    Hi Kitty, you're not alone in this.
    I developed a nasty late-night snacking habit that included biscuits, cheese and crackers, crisps (USA: potato chips) and chocolate. I've had to clear the cupboards of those snacks, the only way I can resist them at night is to not buy them during the day [wry smile]. Try freezing some grapes and eating those, they may help satisfy the pangs. It doesn't sound like you're <i>actually</i> hungry at night, if you are mainly bored or restless try doing something else instead?
  • katulic
    katulic Posts: 3 Member
    Willpower is overrated. Brain is metabolic/food dependent organ. Had the same problem for years. Now -45kg in 9 months. Google, and Youtube: of Dr Stephen Finney, Jeff Volek.
    https://www.amazon.com/Art-Science-Low-Carbohydrate-Performance/dp/0983490716
    Everything you're ever need is in. (no sugar no Carbs = no food cravings )

    Also LCHF, Ketosys.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NvFyGGXYiI
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC_qBC1EEvw
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KYYnEAYCGk

    Hope it helps

  • JustSomeEm
    JustSomeEm Posts: 20,265 MFP Moderator
    @kittyy250 - I tried 'eating healthy' by cutting out all my favorite foods and failed miserably (meaning I binged on the higher calorie stuff I loved). What has worked for me is to allow myself the foods I love, but in smaller portions. I eat nutritious foods most of the time, but I cannot live without cookies, beer, cake, pizza, etc. Instead of cutting out those things completely, I eat them when I want - just not as MUCH as I want. This way, no foods are taboo and the desire to binge is gone. Try doing a 90/10 rule (or some other ratio - you pick what works for you). 90% of your foods should be the nutritious deliciousness, and 10% can be the foods you love but may be a little less nutritious.
  • drcdurham
    drcdurham Posts: 1 Member
    http://burnfatnotsugar.com/diet-2.0-explained.html It is what you are eating and when you are eating. Watch this MD who is a weight loss expert.
  • rightoncommander
    rightoncommander Posts: 114 Member
    I have two suggestions:

    1. Your bed is your friend! If you feel hungry but know you've eaten enough, go to bed! You can't eat and sleep at the same time.

    2. I'm assuming you're eating enough during the day, and not trying to lose more than a pound per week. If so, your evening cravings are probably psychological. You seem proud of what you ate in the day, rather than how much. If you are denying yourself particular foods that you enjoy, your cravings may well be to do with that.

    As the old song says, "A little of what you fancy does you good". If you feel deprived after eating a normal amount because you haven't had what you really wanted, reintroduce a small amount of that food into your diet, and you won't feel like losing weight is such a chore.
  • kittyy250
    kittyy250 Posts: 31 Member
    kommodevaran wrote: »
    If you don't want to lose weight, how is "overeating" a problem?

    Because I feel as though I am at a good weight now and don't want it to increase because of this

  • roberteads9807
    roberteads9807 Posts: 2 Member
    Even if you are not trying to lose weight, I would keep logging just to make sure the healthy foods you are eating are enough to maintain your weight otherwise your body may enter a starvation mode.
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    kittyy250 wrote: »
    kommodevaran wrote: »
    If you don't want to lose weight, how is "overeating" a problem?

    Because I feel as though I am at a good weight now and don't want it to increase because of this

    Then start counting calories again and you will se in which direction you are headed and how much of anything you can eat and maintain your weight.
  • Raptor2763
    Raptor2763 Posts: 387 Member
    Sounds like you're not getting in enough nutrients during the day. Salads ain't gonna cut it - you'll go into starvation mode and eat everything in sight to make up the difference. Go for the green vegetables along with animal based proteins (eg chicken, fish, beef), watch your portion sizes and you should be fine. ALSO check the times between meals and snacks. For example, I have my morning snack (usually an apple) at 0930, lunch at 1130, afternoon snack at 1330 and "dinner" at 1530. That's because of my work and commute schedule, and you'll have to devise your own times, but notice that's there's usually a 2-hour gap between eating events. Eat the right stuff at the right times and in the right portions. You'll avoid both starvation mode and temptations.
  • Raptor2763
    Raptor2763 Posts: 387 Member
    OH - and stay focused on your goal. You'll do fine
  • Raptor2763
    Raptor2763 Posts: 387 Member
    LAST POINT, and I swear I'll shut up - water. Drinking water, especially with a meal and while at home can help maintain that full feeling, thus avoiding the hungries
  • nefudaboss
    nefudaboss Posts: 69 Member
    edited September 2016
    I was doing something like that then i stayed intermittent fasting 18-20hours and my eating time is at night when i usually overeat allowing me to go to sleep on full stomach and i get 8 hrs of rest. It could be your calories are too low or your carbs are too high causing you to overeat add more fiber to your meal you'll be extra full off refried beans lol
  • Raptor2763
    Raptor2763 Posts: 387 Member
    @girlinahat - I respectfully disagree. Two points I want to make. (1) Ever hear of the three-hour rule (i.e. don't go to bed until at least three hours after your last meal)? Go to bed right after dinner, and tell me you don't gain weight. I'll bet you do. (2) I put up my schedule as an EXAMPLE. Please don't take my posts out of context. Since you didn't disagree on portion control, I'm guessing we agree on that point.
  • Raptor2763
    Raptor2763 Posts: 387 Member
    @ninerbuff - Authoritative pronouncement if ever I heard one
  • SLLRunner
    SLLRunner Posts: 12,942 Member
    kittyy250 wrote: »
    Is anyone else having problems with overeating after a healthy day of meals and snacks?
    This happens quite a lot with me.... Today I had porridge for breakfast then a banana for snack then a hearty chicken and avocado salad sanwixh and apple for lunch and a beef salad for dinner
    Then when I got home I just wanted to eat everything in sight!! Does this happen to anyone else I'm dissapojnted in myself because I've had such a healthy day and made some good quality food but then I sabotage myself at night!!

    Eat less during the day so you save some calories for night.

  • SLLRunner
    SLLRunner Posts: 12,942 Member
    Raptor2763 wrote: »
    Sounds like you're not getting in enough nutrients during the day. Salads ain't gonna cut it - you'll go into starvation mode and eat everything in sight to make up the difference. Go for the green vegetables along with animal based proteins (eg chicken, fish, beef), watch your portion sizes and you should be fine. ALSO check the times between meals and snacks. For example, I have my morning snack (usually an apple) at 0930, lunch at 1130, afternoon snack at 1330 and "dinner" at 1530. That's because of my work and commute schedule, and you'll have to devise your own times, but notice that's there's usually a 2-hour gap between eating events. Eat the right stuff at the right times and in the right portions. You'll avoid both starvation mode and temptations.
    Raptor2763 wrote: »
    @girlinahat - I respectfully disagree. Two points I want to make. (1) Ever hear of the three-hour rule (i.e. don't go to bed until at least three hours after your last meal)? Go to bed right after dinner, and tell me you don't gain weight. I'll bet you do. (2) I put up my schedule as an EXAMPLE. Please don't take my posts out of context. Since you didn't disagree on portion control, I'm guessing we agree on that point.

    Nah....this is all broscinece. ;)

  • MommyMeggo
    MommyMeggo Posts: 1,222 Member
    I want to eat when I get home because, well, its where all my food is! And depending what I eat during the day dictates my hunger level when I get home. Thats why I like to eat a late PM snack, like nuts, fruit or a protein that way I dont come home and mindlessly eat while feed my 3 littles and make my own dinner. I also try not to eat a huge dinner either.
  • stealthq
    stealthq Posts: 4,298 Member
    Raptor2763 wrote: »
    @girlinahat - I respectfully disagree. Two points I want to make. (1) Ever hear of the three-hour rule (i.e. don't go to bed until at least three hours after your last meal)? Go to bed right after dinner, and tell me you don't gain weight. I'll bet you do. (2) I put up my schedule as an EXAMPLE. Please don't take my posts out of context. Since you didn't disagree on portion control, I'm guessing we agree on that point.

    I eat right before bed every night. I don't sleep well if my stomach's growling - and since I go to bed 5-6 hrs after dinner, I'm pretty much guaranteed to need a pre-bed meal to prevent it.

    I don't gain weight from it. Have no trouble losing weight doing it. Pretty much the only reason not to eat before bed is if you have digestive/reflux issues that interfere with sleep, or if it makes you wake up ravenous.
  • adamyovanovich
    adamyovanovich Posts: 163 Member
    Drink more water? I keep a 32 oz water bottle with me at all times and drink one right before lunch so I feel fuller. Also maybe find an evening hobby instead of staying at home, go for a walk, hike, fishing.
  • geneticsteacher
    geneticsteacher Posts: 623 Member
    I always eat before bed, usually 200-300 calories. Try logging at maintenance. Put in your evening snack first and work around that. Surely you can cut calories elsewhere. For me, a salad only meal is not filling and I would be ravenous a few hours later.
  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 34,160 Member
    My advice: Experiment with the timing & composition of your eating to find a routine that's more satisfying for you, and that helps you achieve your goals. Calories In/Calories Out works for pretty much everyone (at the correct calorie level), but satiation and cravings vary all over the map. Find your happy routine.

    By timing, I mean when you eat your meals & snacks, and how you distribute the nutrients (especially the fiber, fat, and protein macros) among them. Some people have fewer night-time cravings if they get a big breakfast, oddly enough (this is true for me, as long as that breakfast has solid protein). Others do better if they skip breakfast or eat a tiny one, and save those calories for dinner, after dinner, or a bedtime snack. You can try 1-2 big meals (intermittent fasting), 5-6 small meals, 3 meals & snacks, big meals early in the day & smaller ones later (or vice-versa), or any other variation. I guarantee that whatever eating schedule you could name, you'd find someone who says it's the best one (for them ;) ).

    Timing of one's eating has at most a negligible effect on one's weight loss rate or maintenance, except insofar as it affects one's ability to stick with the right calorie level.

    By composition, I mean how you "spend" your calories on the various nutrients (while keeping each in a healthy range, of course). Some people need relatively more protein to feel full and happy, others need more healthy fats, some do best with high-volume/low-calorie foods (such as fibrous veggies). Some people need to eat some healthy carbs (potatoes, grains, etc.) to feel full, while others find that eating carbs just makes them crave more carbs.

    So, try a new routine for a couple of days. If you do better at meeting your goals, stick with it. If it doesn't help you, try another alternative. Eventually, you'll home in on a routine that's the most workable and satisfying for you.

    And I'd encourage you to log everything, even if you eat more than you intend.

    If you do, you can use your food diary as a tool, going back to review & seeing what influences you to achieve your goals. For example, if you look at days where your evening cravings were especially strong, vs. less major, what was the difference? Did you eat differently earlier in the day? The previous day? Get more or less exercise? Sleep better or worse the night before? Have an especially stressful or especially calm day? Get bored? If you find the causes or triggers, you can formulate better solutions.

    Good luck!
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
    AnnPT77 wrote: »
    My advice: Experiment with the timing & composition of your eating to find a routine that's more satisfying for you, and that helps you achieve your goals. Calories In/Calories Out works for pretty much everyone (at the correct calorie level), but satiation and cravings vary all over the map. Find your happy routine.

    By timing, I mean when you eat your meals & snacks, and how you distribute the nutrients (especially the fiber, fat, and protein macros) among them. Some people have fewer night-time cravings if they get a big breakfast, oddly enough (this is true for me, as long as that breakfast has solid protein). Others do better if they skip breakfast or eat a tiny one, and save those calories for dinner, after dinner, or a bedtime snack. You can try 1-2 big meals (intermittent fasting), 5-6 small meals, 3 meals & snacks, big meals early in the day & smaller ones later (or vice-versa), or any other variation. I guarantee that whatever eating schedule you could name, you'd find someone who says it's the best one (for them ;) ).

    Timing of one's eating has at most a negligible effect on one's weight loss rate or maintenance, except insofar as it affects one's ability to stick with the right calorie level.

    By composition, I mean how you "spend" your calories on the various nutrients (while keeping each in a healthy range, of course). Some people need relatively more protein to feel full and happy, others need more healthy fats, some do best with high-volume/low-calorie foods (such as fibrous veggies). Some people need to eat some healthy carbs (potatoes, grains, etc.) to feel full, while others find that eating carbs just makes them crave more carbs.

    So, try a new routine for a couple of days. If you do better at meeting your goals, stick with it. If it doesn't help you, try another alternative. Eventually, you'll home in on a routine that's the most workable and satisfying for you.

    And I'd encourage you to log everything, even if you eat more than you intend.

    If you do, you can use your food diary as a tool, going back to review & seeing what influences you to achieve your goals. For example, if you look at days where your evening cravings were especially strong, vs. less major, what was the difference? Did you eat differently earlier in the day? The previous day? Get more or less exercise? Sleep better or worse the night before? Have an especially stressful or especially calm day? Get bored? If you find the causes or triggers, you can formulate better solutions.

    Good luck!

    All of this. I found I do better at sticking within my goal when I skip breakfast and eat a larger meal at night.

    Also, when I first started, I wanted to "eat healthy" and cut out all "bad foods". I often didn't hit 1500 calories a day (which was my calorie goal with no exercise and of course I was exercising). There are no bad foods, and lots of foods that are more calorie dense that you can incorporate into your diet to get you to your goal (nut butters, avocados, whatever).

    Since you're trying to maintain your weight, set up MFP to maintain, and log your typical day right now. See if you're getting close. My guess is, you're going to be under your goal, which is likely why you're still hungry at night.

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