Outta Control I Need Help

MzSunshine · May 27, 2012

I have the same problem every month. When aunt Flo visits, i get out of control grabbing anything and everything in my path to eat. Do any of you ladies have this problem and if so what do u do to stop or control it.. I've been banded for 2 yrs and this just recently got out of control.

waitingpatiently · May 27, 2012

I sure do!! This is really the only time that I am weak!! I can undo everything I have worked so hard for the whole month in just those few days.

what I usually do is hold myself to my 900cal/40carbs/70 Protein all month long and then a few days before I know it will be an issue, I make a few homemade things that I can eat instead of grabbing the pre bought stuff.

homemade chips, pepporoni chips and I will make a cookie out of almond flour. I will even grab a single serving bag of Pork rinds. I make sure Snacks like nuts are available and already measured out. I will make sure I have fresh fruit in the house for my sweet tooth. I tend to crave carbs during this time, so I allow myself some of the healthy carbs I usually don't get to have . like a whole wheat pancake, or a bowl of oatmeal or even an english muffin.

Then after 2 or 3 days.......I clear it all out....Anything not on my regular diet goes. Usually by having acceptable choices on hand, I find that I can minimize the damage done.

Dawn200321 · May 27, 2012

Ohhhh Yes! I dont bother trying to control it anymore! If I do put on a few pounds Its usually fairly easy to take it right back off....This is really the only time I lose self control throughout the month anymore

DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! · May 27, 2012

Oh yeah I totally do. Honestly, there isn't much I can do except try to fight the urges and use damage control eating when I do give in. If I know I'm craving sweets, I'll keep some Skinny Cow ice cream or candies around for my weak moments. If I'm craving cheesy, I just make cheesy meals with low fat cheese.

Either way, I still end up eating too much at least one day during that time of the month. I'm just thankful that the band doesn't allow me to eat very much, so the damage is minimal if at all.

MzSunshine · May 27, 2012

I sure do!! This is really the only time that I am weak!! I can undo everything I have worked so hard for the whole month in just those few days.
what I usually do is hold myself to my 900cal/40carbs/70 Protein all month long and then a few days before I know it will be an issue' date=' I make a few homemade things that I can eat instead of grabbing the pre bought stuff.

homemade chips, pepporoni chips and I will make a cookie out of almond flour. I will even grab a single serving bag of Pork rinds. I make sure Snacks like nuts are available and already measured out. I will make sure I have fresh fruit in the house for my sweet tooth. I tend to crave carbs during this time, so I allow myself some of the healthy carbs I usually don't get to have . like a whole wheat pancake, or a bowl of oatmeal or even an english muffin.

Then after 2 or 3 days.......I clear it all out....Anything not on my regular diet goes. Usually by having acceptable choices on hand, I find that I can minimize the damage done.[/quote']

I trying to deal with urges but sweets and chocolates are my down fall....but i will try making my own snacks...the only good thing which isnt that good of a good thing about it is after i eat that.... its usually the only thing i eat for the day...

shues138 · May 27, 2012

I'm really strict with my calories four days out of the week and three where I don't keep track but make healthy decisions so when flo comes to visit and say for example I'm craving ice cream I'll walk down the block from my office and get a frozen yogurt. There's nothing you can do to control your hormones but if you give into your urges just make smart decisions!

whitemountainmagic · May 28, 2012

Yes!

I completely understand! I do the same thing....in fact that hormonal swing is probably directly related to all my wieght gain previously and it is keeping me from losing now too. I love my band, but it does not keep me from Ben and Jerry's chocolate fudge Ice Cream!

I made my husband promise me, that no matter how much I beg....do not get it for me!

I have not lost any weight in months because I keep giving into these hormone swings.....I found something that works now, so I just have to stick to it....two weeks before my period, I start my high Protein Shakes and drink only them. By the time the hormone swing kicks in, I am probably in ketosis and I don't have any cravings...give it a shot and see what you think. I use the CHIKE shakes, I buy them on line. These are what I used pre operatively.

Good Luck!

Skyvic · May 28, 2012

My band always feels more restricted for a few days. I just eat what I feel like even if it's not the best choice, and do more walking to distract my cravings.

willowcat · May 28, 2012

I know I crave chocolate (I always love high-quality chocolate anyway), and I also know that chocolate is high in magnesium. Magnesium is good for muscles and helps with cramping. Funny, but when I take magnesium supplements the cravings aren't as strong--and neither are the cramps.