Curbing the not real hunger

[ICUnurserachel 17]

Every once in a while I get a craving for something. I am not really hungry just is more mental. How do you not give into these urges?

[Astrasmom 1]

Every once in a while I get a craving for something. I am not really hungry just is more mental. How do you not give into these urges?

Wait 20 minutes, try to find something to do to keep your mind off of it. After the 20 minutes it's usually gone. But you honestly should give into your cravings once and awhile. Don't deprive yourself of the better things in life. Unless of course your band doesn't allow them to go down properly. sugar free Ice pops usually take my cravings away.

[annieM 2]

Chewing gum helps too. A lot of times when I think that I am hungry, I am actually thirsty, so I always drink something like propel first. Then I eat less.

[Astrasmom 1]

Chewing gum helps too. A lot of times when I think that I am hungry, I am actually thirsty, so I always drink something like propel first. Then I eat less.

It really depends on what your doctor says. Even though my doctor doesn't want me to chew gum I tend to. I'm not supposed to drink from a straw nor chew gum because it puts air in your pouch. I also drink Crystal Light which usually helps to curve my appetite.

[Knaroz 31]

Wow I had heard that about a straw but not about gum, that kinda sucks because I am a hardcore gum chewer

Yeah like above if you feel hungry I always drink something, usually a bottle of Water (20 oz) and then reassess. Like was said above most times you are just thirsty, and even if you are not the liquid will create a "fullness" that helps

[Jodi_620 37]

All of the above. But also avoid processed and starchy foods. Breads, pastas, potatoes, flours, sugars rice etc. causes spikes and dips in blood sugar which lead to cravings and head hunger. And get most of your food naturally (fresh meats fruits and veggies rather than canned, boxed or jarred food). All of the presevatives and additives in processed foods have an effect on your appetite as well.

[Mel Mel 0]

sugar free ice pops and Jello, drinking Water or crystal light throughout the day. Finding things to keep busy like chores around the house. Unfortunately I have not been this good this passed week or so but I'm getting back on the wagon.

[JMinDallas 1]

SF popsicles really help me. I too am not hungry, but I'm craving something. I'll start hunting in the kitchen (thankfully no junk food around), and then remember my popsicles which I keep on supply. Those really help!