How Do I Stop Cravings?

I wish I had some tips because I do the same thing! That’s why I decided t track everything on here...

Even the “fun size” butterfingers I eat after 10pm. I do great all day then crave bad food at night, SUCKS

To stop this I delay my last meal to within two hours of bedtime. That means eating my first meal a little later, like three to four hours after I get up.

Also I eat enough food and the right macro split to keep me satisfied. If I try to cut too many calories I have problems.

How many calories per day are you eating and how many of those are for your supper (dinner/ last meal of the day.)

Do you have a hobby? I like to knit and I cannot snack and knit at he same time. I have many hobbies that keep my mind off food and snacking. Go for a stroll.

I am on the same boat with cravings! But I am a compulsive eater and I eat when I am bored or stressed (basically all the time). Especially if I keep junk food around. I would say, don't fight cravings. The more you do, the more you are going to want something. Instead try to keep healthy popcorn, or low cal candies around & or wholesome snacks that you like. In addition, if you are able, when you get a craving choose to make yourself smoothies with yummy ingredients like bananas, coco powder, and or some other great fruits and veggies. Loads of water and non-caffeinated tea with a natural sweetener like liquid Stevia work very well for me. For salty cravings I try veggies with some sort of lime, a bit of salt and hot sauce or pico de gallo (mexican). These are packed with flavor and you are eating veggies which is good for you. Make sure you get plenty of omega oils from healthy sources like nuts and avocados. Get plenty of sleep and exercise for 30 minutes on a regular basis. It makes a huge difference if you are begin a routine little by little. I started to box on a regular basis and it is getting me in a routine. Most importantly, be kind to yourself. Don't beat yourself up when you have a set back, but do try to be better than yesterday. I look at it this way, its is about more than loosing weight. I think it is about a journey towards health. A path towards understanding how our bodies react and function and how to feel at optimal levels of performance, energy and mental focus. You got this girl!!!! Cheering you on!

Are you really only eating 500 to 1000 calories a day? No no no

Find a hobby. That will keep your mind busy and you won't think about food.

What helped me get past this same issue was the following: budget enough calories for a proper dessert. Eat the dessert right after dinner (or within an hour or so if you’re not hungry right after). Eat it at the table. Log it and close out your day on MFP. Then brush your teeth and THEN sit in front of the tv (with a glass of water).

Edited to say: I just saw the above post about your numbers being low. Obviously, the above method works when you’re hitting your calorie goal with that after dinner dessert.

I find myself in your nighttime snacking shoes quite often, and like other posters say, we need to be prepared! First off, as I've often done and learned from, do not eat too few calories during your day!! Second, try to up your protein amount; I found that satisfies me often. Finally, I'll bring a hot cup of sweet & spicy (decaf) tea with me to bed to sip on. It feels like a treat and goes a long way in warding off binges. I also have learned that the more I avoid treats, the more I am drawn to them voraciously! So I acknowledge them and mindfully eat and log them each day. I hope you find some tips that really help you.