Addicted to Sampling and Over-eating

smsmith1616 · July 2011

I have two problems bundled into one...

1.) I like to try EVERYTHING!! If I know it's available, I want to try it. If I haven't seen it before, I want to try it. New flavor on the shelf?... you guessed it... I want to try it.
2.) My calorie-portioned meals don't fill me up. I'm not necessarily hungry, but I always crave more. I like to taste food.

What do you do when you've eaten your portion, made yourself pack up the leftovers like a good little girl (or boy if you're a man), but you can't get the craving out of your mind for one more helping?

Living on a budget has helped with the "sampling" issues but when people do pot-lucks or bring things into work I know I shouldn't eat, it's really hard to turn down....

How have you overcome your cravings???

springtrio · July 2011

Drink more water, discipline yourself. You'll be much happier you did!

christinaburns · July 2011

I agree, discipline! Willpower really is a muscle and you have to use it on a regular basis to keep it strong. I also like drinking a lot of water. If I just can't stand it and really need to eat something, I have a piece of fruit or some cucumber slices.

d_llopez · July 2011

You eat whats on your plate and make sure they are the most healthy choices you can get. Moderation is key! I tell myself that I'm tired of being big so it's now or never. It's hard at first but u have to take it day by day. Yes at times you may fall but you don't let it hold you back. Never ever give up.

kbeach08 · July 2011

I chew gum if I know I am not hungry but I still crave whatever it is. I just pull out a stick of gum and then say I can't eat it I have gum in my mouth.

I chew gum alot! ha hah a

bigislandgrrl · July 2011

I have two problems bundled into one...

1.) I like to try EVERYTHING!! If I know it's available, I want to try it. If I haven't seen it before, I want to try it. New flavor on the shelf?... you guessed it... I want to try it.
2.) My calorie-portioned meals don't fill me up. I'm not necessarily hungry, but I always crave more. I like to taste food.

What do you do when you've eaten your portion, made yourself pack up the leftovers like a good little girl (or boy if you're a man), but you can't get the craving out of your mind for one more helping?

Living on a budget has helped with the "sampling" issues but when people do pot-lucks or bring things into work I know I shouldn't eat, it's really hard to turn down....

How have you overcome your cravings???

watch this: Its an hour, so have some time!
PART 1:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c7oMyclWFY
PART 2:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mlo2nTOBVt8&NR=1
PART 3:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1UBIJqPHIs&NR=1
PART 4:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9ZK8mxfl7s&NR=1

wbutterfras · July 2011

I know exactly what you mean. I tend to graze if there is food just out. I'll just pick something up every time I walk past the table. Here's a tip that I've found works for me.

When I try to not to spend money, sometimes I think about how many hours I would have to work to pay for something. So, think about how many minutes you would have to exercise to get rid of the extra calories.

smsmith1616 · July 2011

Thanks all! Gum chewing has sometimes worked before, healthier food substitutions are a good idea, water definitely won't hurt, and d_llopez I loved that Nike attachment you added. wbutterfras, I might spin what you said about the calories a bit... I don't want to ruin my motivation for working out ;-) bigislandgrrl , I'll have to check out those links tonight when I'm off work. TY all!

I'll keep checking in to see if there are more tips and ideas.

Thank you again... I need all the help I can get! Admission is the first step to recovery, yeah?

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