Can't control my eating!
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Can't control my eating!
| Wed, 05-12-2004 - 10:01am |
I'm a compulsive, stress, emotional eater. Food is consuming my life. The harder I try to diet the more I eat. I've tried every diet known to man with no luck. Every day I look at myself and wonder what happened. I am 100 lbs over weight and gaining. Weight has not always been a problem for me and I think that makes it harder, just knowing what I should weigh compared to what I weigh now. I feel as though I'm slowing killing myself with my eating habits. My BMI is 35, and my energy level is rock bottom on most days. My doctor says I just need to quit over eating, easier said than done. Any advice anyone could give me on how to tame the eating patterns I have developed would be greatly appreciated.

I am a little biased but I love the weight watchers program. It teaches me to make better choices and gives the flexability to adjust to the day to day changes. I do it online but a lot of people appreciate and need the support at weekly meetings. As of today I am down 40 lbs and I am thrilled. Its not easy-but nothing worthwhile ever is. And you are worthwhile. Good luck on your journey.
Amy
257/217/150
Also try to create habits, like drinking a full glass of water before eating a meal or anything for that matter. Sounds mean, but sometimes you will think, "Is it worth having to drink a full glass of water, just to have that doughnut?" LOL It worked for me.
I know, in the end, it does come down to just saying "no", but just considering some other options might help you not to feel so out of control.
My last little suggestion is to find things and activites where food is not convienent. Go to stores that do not have eateries, and parks and things where it would take a while to satisfy and instant craving.
Hope this helps, Rebekah
Im sorry to hear that you are struggling so.
Good luck.
Forte