How to stop bad snacking habits?
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I wouldn't say I quite hit obese yet, but ever since becoming pregnant (my son is now 1) after all the sugar cravings I just cannot stop snacking on junk food! I get really miserable if I go a day without chocolate and I'm embarrassed and scared about the implications this unhealthy obsession is causing. I'm terrified of developing type 2 diabetes or heart problems and I'm so miserable being too curvy. I've just found a friend to go to the gym with a couple times a week (I wish I could go more but with a baby it's just difficult) to try and help my fitness. I just need to curb this really bad junk food habit!
Any ideas or things that worked for you?
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Bandid 2731
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Guest 2731
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Try putting your chocolate bar in the freezer and cut small chunks off, by the time it melts with that one piece you should have had your craving for sugar pass, or try buying the lower calorie versions of sweet stuff there are a host out there to chose from, although they may be a bit dearer they won't be so full of sugar and calories. I have type 2 diabetes which has nothing to do with eating too much sugar as thankfully i have never had a sweet tooth, you can get it for any reason, but if you are overweight too then you are at more of a risk if you're eating chocolate and sweet stuff on a daily basis. Also if all else fails speak to your GP who can refer you to a health trainer who can discuss with you what you eat and try to work out why you crave and suggest ways in which to help you stop the cravings. Also i know it may sound mad but try some fruit instead like grapes or strawbs, they do have their own sugars and are sweet but still better for you than chocolate or other sweets, you can also buy sugar free sweets so keep your eye out for them. But if these cravings you are having don't stop you may need some sort of therapy to teach your brain to look for other ways to satisfy yourself. Get it looked into as soon as possible maybe an eating disorders clinic may help but you will need a GP referral for that.
Best of luck.
Sue
kate03990 2731
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I have become an absolute advocate of mindful eating. It helps you just to think about why you are eating what you eat. I found it utterly liberating, despite originally being extremely sceptical. I suggest that you look for a mindful eating course, the NHS may even provide it in your area.
Good luck
kellyshane 2731
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