Obsessed

I totally feel the same way!! I did weight watchers online before I came to MFP, but didn't feel quite the same commitment to logging my foods as I do here!!

I'm actually thinking of getting a smart phone just so I can get the app to log my food when I'm not in front of my computer - LOL

I do it weekly, so it's just a matter of following it. I make them usually on Fridays or Saturdays for the entire next week.

My husband = obsessed.

Me.... not so much. I can skip out without much of a problem. Sometimes I feel a little guilty, but I also feel like I have so much to keep on top of that going a "little crazy" occasionally and not tracking feels good. It's one aspect of my life that I can ignore every once and a while.

I'm in a similiar boat. I actually log all my food and exercise in a paper journal and ahve been since 2010, at the recommendation of my trainer. So since I've been on MFP, I log in both places. I sometimes refer to my journal as my "wubby", and feel lost and nervous if I don't have it with me. There have been a few times that I forgot to take it to work with me and I was figgity all day!

I think for me, at least, it's that I know that having the journal has kept me accountable. And I interpret it's use as a vital component in my success in losing and keeping the weight off and I fear if i don't have it, I will fall out of these good habits and eventually end up back at 180lbs and unhappy/unhealthy.

That being said, I don't think its a big deal/issue. I mean if I were (God forbid) diabetic and needed insulin shots to be healthy, I would have to do that. So, if i need to use a journal, even if it means for the rest of my life, in order to be healthy . . . so be it!

This is totally me!! And, I can't stand it! I feel like it has taken over my life. My husband thinks I am CRAZY! LOL I don't think I would have ever lost any weight if I hadn't found this site, though! I am so thankful for the tools, at hand! :happy:

I don't know if I'd call myself obsessed. Yes I have MFP as an open tab in my browser at all times and have the app on my iphone. And yes I log everything, including my water intake throughout the day. But I don't think about it past that and if I'm remaining within my allotment for the day. If I was constantly thinking about how I should log a few sips from a drinking fountain or debate what to snack on because it might put me over on some macro or maybe I've already had it once today and don't want to see the number of when I make that serving a 2 or anything else that actually hinders my day because I'm watching what I eat in more than just my brain, I'd call it obsessed. It's not hurting me to do this, I'm not looking for therapy just to stop myself.

I will probably have an MFP account forever.

I HAVE to know how many calories are in the food I'm going to eat. Of course there are some days I'm ashamed to click the "complete this entry" button...but I still log the food. It really helps. I can't imagine how much I was eating before I randomly found this site!

I would say I am also a little bit obsessed with it, but as many people have pointed out, it is a healthy thing to be aware of and not an unhealthy one. I am 45 days in and like to know what I am going to be eating throughout the day so I know whether or not I need to have a lighter breakfast/lunch, to be able to fully enjoy my dinner! Part of my problem (and let's clarify, it's a good problem to have), is that my hubby is the cook in the family and a damn good one...too good! So, I need to know in advance what he has planned for dinner, otherwise I come home to ribs, strawberry shortcake and wine!

But for me, seeing the weekly graph and making sure I am below the "line" everyday is a bit crazy! I have even resorted to walking the dog at 11:30 PM to make sure I would not "go over the line"!

However, the proof is in the pudding....16 lbs. in 45 days and I feel fantastic. I am essentially at my goal weight but have no plans for slowing down!

I totally feel the same way!! I did weight watchers online before I came to MFP, but didn't feel quite the same commitment to logging my foods as I do here!!

I'm actually thinking of getting a smart phone just so I can get the app to log my food when I'm not in front of my computer - LOL

^^THIS! Me too! I can't imagine NOT logging my food, even on days when I eat horrible and its hard to track - I log. I am so glad I found this site, SO much better than WW. I feel the same about the smart phone too!! :P

I've never been good at being consistent with it...but I'm getting there!

i almost didn't do it today...and I just felt so compelled! I used to be so resistant to keeping a food journal, but now I'm starting to like it. A lot!

I totally agree. I can't imagine ever not doing this in the future. I often prelog items that are guaranteed items for the day, so that I can look at my ratios and make smarter lunch choices. I have to know what I am eating and what effect it will have on my day, before I eat it. If I don't like what it does to my log, I omit the item and pick something else. I watch my macros and ratios like a hawk. I love being aware of everything and its content. I can't believe I flew blind for so long, thinking something was healthly that wasn't, et cetria. I know I am obsessed, but I know it is a really good obsessed. Its the first, most basic step to ensuring this is an overall lifestyle change and health improvement. Being dedicated with logging is the best way for me personally to stay commmitted and successful.

I love doing it. Its become part of my day. I check things out before i cook them so i can choose the healthiest option.

I have moments where i'm obsessed with it. I'd say 95% of the time I have to log right before I eat something. But i find it keeps me honest and in check to I do what I gotta do. LOL must get healthy(skinny)

Yes!!! I am the same way and if I don't record my food I have a nagging feeling like I've forgotten something. I figure this is going to have to be a way of life for me from now on cuz its incredible the amount of "stuff" goes into my mouth if I don't record it. I love this site!

I am 20 days in to my diet and I am already getting a feel for portion sizes and what I should and shouldn't be eating.
I don't feel like it is necessary for me to log every day, planning the next few meals. ahead is critical for me though.
I don't think I have ever been so organized with meal plans or given so much thought to food before