Group: I am overweight or obese

I am overweight or obese
Created: 2012/01/01, Members: 381, Messages: 6449

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rachel93w
rachel93w
Posts: 4
Joined: 2008/06/18
United States
2008/06/18, 11:58 PM
how do you stop over eating.
its a real problem for me, because when i get home all i want to do is open up the fridge! once i start, I CAN NOT STOP! its so hard!!
any advice?




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with love, Rachelynee
ecle5c
ecle5c
Posts: 1,312
Joined: 2003/07/10
United States
2008/06/19, 09:33 AM
Fill the refridgerator with good stuff, vegetables, fruits, etc. Less junk to eat then you'll eat less junk.
2008/06/19, 11:08 AM
You need to learn some self control.
Taurie
Taurie
Posts: 374
Joined: 2003/10/15
United States
2008/06/19, 05:20 PM
don't go home starving. have a fruit or protein bar on your way home. maybe you just do it out of habit.
asimmer
asimmer
Posts: 8,201
Joined: 2003/01/07
United States
2008/06/20, 08:54 AM
Rachel - you have to break your habit by changing your routine when you get home. Go straight to the bathroom and brush your teeth, or take a shower, or go for a walk. This is , of course, assuming that you are getting enough calories and nutrients throughout your day - otherwise if you are starving yourself or not eating a balanced diet, your mind/body could be driving you towards that fridge for a reason...
northdweller
northdweller
Posts: 7
Joined: 2007/12/22
United States
2008/07/06, 01:43 PM
I have the same problem - when I don't control myself. It's easy to just eat - whether I'm hungry or not. Sometimes I'll eat when I'm already full.

I made a little form to put on my refrigerator that I have to look at before opening it up to eat. This forces me to make a conscience decision as to whether I need to eat or not. I have a picture (not flattering) of myself on this piece of paper, along with questions for myself... "Are you really hungry? Or just bored? If bored, go for a walk!" "Is this the best food choice you can make? If not, make a better choice."

I also have an area on this to log what I eat, when I eat it, and why I ate it. It seems to be a good way to make myself accountable for my choices. I've done this for a week and have noticed a big difference - I'm eating less frequently, feeling better, and making good decisions. Good luck with your weight loss efforts!

Remember...nothing tastes as good as it feels to be healthy. :)