How to stop boredom eating at work

xXmimiXx
xXmimiXx Posts: 564 Member
in Motivation and Support
Hello everyone!

I like my job but sometimes I do get really bored and I know that when I pop to the shops sometimes or eat a biscuit from the biscuit tin, I don't really NEED to but it's just mindless eating and I somehow manage to convince myself that I am STARVING (never been starving in my life..!)

Any tips to stop this happening?
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  • meemo88
    meemo88 Posts: 436 Member
    i GO THROUGH THE Same thing. yesterday i was doing fine, all of a sudden i went to the vending machine and got donuts and chips......ugh :sad:
  • cyclerjenn
    cyclerjenn Posts: 833 Member
    I have the same issue. When all I do is sit at a desk all I want to do is stuff my face.
  • MaraDiaz
    MaraDiaz Posts: 4,604 Member
    Don't work a boring job. Problem solved.
  • kateroot
    kateroot Posts: 435
    Take on new projects, ask your boss if there's anything else you can do.. You shouldn't be bored at work, honestly. The only time I think about food at work is on my lunch break.. I spend the rest of my day, you know, working.
  • Cathyvil
    Cathyvil Posts: 230 Member
    Bring healthy snacks with you to work. I only eat what I bring. If i have something right next to me there's not much temptation to go get something else.
  • xXmimiXx
    xXmimiXx Posts: 564 Member
    Lol thanks guys. I love the "you shouldn't be bored at work" I agree but it's easier said than done getting your perfect job! I like my job, as I said and I am normally busy but I still think about snacks etc more than I should.
  • lizard053
    lizard053 Posts: 2,344 Member
    Don't have food anywhere near your desk. If you keep snacks near you, you'll eat them when you're bored. When tempted to grab a snack, try some water instead! You'd be amazed at boredom drinking of water instead of eating. It works really well for me! Some days I go through so much water, I run out! LOL!
  • SarahMorganP
    SarahMorganP Posts: 921 Member
    I am bored at my job all day, even when I am busy doing something. :happy: I have no advice, just wanted you to know you aren't the only one who is bored at work. :noway:
  • garnetgazm
    garnetgazm Posts: 10
    chew sugarfree gum :)
  • picassoadagio
    picassoadagio Posts: 407 Member
    chew gum
  • thepetiterunner
    thepetiterunner Posts: 1,238 Member
    Drink water when you feel yourself reaching for something.
    Don't store ANY snacks you don't want to eat near your desk.
    Go for walks instead.
    Make a point of focusing on eating when you eat, not only snacks, but also meals. It will increase your awareness and enjoyment.
  • katemateg
    katemateg Posts: 334 Member
    Leave your money at home. Good luck. I too eat out of boredom, excitement, anything really, just rarely hunger!
  • tabulator32
    tabulator32 Posts: 701 Member
    I have to walk past six people in my department that know I'm on a diet before I reach the vending machine. I'd never make it.
  • ArtGeek22
    ArtGeek22 Posts: 1,429 Member
    Either chew gum or drink water when this happens. I find they both work well :smile:
  • KristyJoy123
    KristyJoy123 Posts: 84 Member
    I get bored at work too! I can't imagine there is anyone in this world who doesn't once in a while -- every job has a down time (I guess unless you're an air traffic controller). I do the same thing though. The only thing I suggest is bringing healthy snacks. I bring tons of raw fruit and veggies as a snack (plan ahead!) and air-popped popcorn. They are good snacks that will help with the mindless munchies and they also fill you up without a ton of calories.
  • verbalriot
    verbalriot Posts: 90
    Tell the coworkers that sit on your way to the vending machine to stop you if you're heading that way. Knowing that they know what you're about to do might make you rethink that decision! =)

    If you're bored, instead of eating, look up something inspirational - a picture of a fit celebrity you admire or a motivational quote...remind yourself why you should avoid those snacks!
  • tgmshierry
    tgmshierry Posts: 83 Member
    I keep high volume low calorie snack at my desk . Mornings it is cucumber and in the after noon it is carrots. when i get bored of that I have a handfull of nuts.
  • LeoQuin
    LeoQuin Posts: 56 Member
    Sweet Potato Crackers / Chips

    A big bag of them has under 800 calories and will keep you full all day
    Myfitnesspal has me at 1300 calories daily, if you're close to here; skip lunch and munch on these for the 8 hours. Once you get off work you have 500 calories for dinner, go run some laps or something and get it up to 600 and indulge on a Black forest ham 12 inch from subway for under 600 and you're golden.
  • LeoQuin
    LeoQuin Posts: 56 Member
    PS. Pointless snacking is one of the main reasons for everyone weight gain. BUT IT TASTE SO DAMN GOOD WHEN YOU KNOW YOU SHOULDN'T
  • jenguhl
    jenguhl Posts: 79
    I work at a bank and also have those slow moments where I think I HAVE to have a snack. I either chew gum or make a hot cup of green tea.
  • littlemiss165
    littlemiss165 Posts: 25
    chew sugarfree gum :)

    THIS
  • LeoQuin
    LeoQuin Posts: 56 Member
    TRY THE
    Food Should Taste Good
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  • marinecorewife
    marinecorewife Posts: 5
    APPETITE SUPPRESANTS. THEY PREVENT YOU FROM SNACKING. THEY TAKE AWAY YOUR APPETITE AO YOU CHOOSE WHAT TO EAT AND MAKE BETTER HEALTHIER CHOICES. SO YOUR BODY WILL TELL YOU WHEN ITS HUNGRY INSTEAD YOU YOUR APPETITE GETTING THE BEWST OF YOU. I SNACK ON MIXED NUTS ALL KINDS OF BLENDS OUT THERE. AND I ALSO TAKE AN APPETITE SUPPRESANT THAT DEMOLISHES MY CRAVINGS AND APPETITE BUT ALSO GIVES ME ENERGY.
  • anubis609
    anubis609 Posts: 3,966 Member
    Post on the forums. Rack up as many strikes as possible. Then post on the forums with responses that are just under the radar of strikes. Keep score.
  • lorihalsted
    lorihalsted Posts: 326 Member
    Snack size popcorn if you are hungry!!!
  • Skye259
    Skye259 Posts: 18 Member
    try having someone work with you who can eat non-stop junk food, cookies, cakes, candy, chips, crackers etc all day, everyday, now that is hard when dieting, I drink water and yes, chew gum plus bring my own snacks /food ~ I keep this site open so if I did cheat would have to record it, I don't like having to do that. Good luck, maybe go for a short walk, sometimes I do that, get away from it all for five to ten minutes.
  • AMorganNJ
    AMorganNJ Posts: 9 Member
    I drink a glass of water, chew some gum, and space my snacks so I'm never hungry. Doesn't mean I don't tempted and sometimes succumb to the temptation, but I do my best. I also go for a walk around my building and socialize. Once you do that, you completely forget that you are bored.

    My snacks vary from 10 almonds or so, to roasted veggies, to water with flax meal and a splash of apple juice. Try keeping room for healthy snacks around and eat every 3-5 hours.

    Hope that helps :)
  • shani251
    shani251 Posts: 145 Member
    I have to walk past six people in my department that know I'm on a diet before I reach the vending machine. I'd never make it.

    this works for me too - i even have a couple of MFP friends that sit right by me - talk about accountability! But it works....
  • 75Juniper
    75Juniper Posts: 376
    I keep healthy snacks at my desk to munch on. Or I'll take a walk around the building.
  • Cindygutie
    Cindygutie Posts: 50 Member
    Other people may not agree but i actually keep a lot of snacks around. Not because I want to eat them all at once, but because if it's always around i dont want it.

    However, when i do want a snack, i usually go for something under 150 calories like the 100 pack of microwave popcorn, an apple, an orange. a pack of sugar free pudding is always yummy too. But before i have any of these i CHUG 1t least 16 ounces of water. If im still hungry, then i have the snack. best of luck!

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