Struggling More Than Ever...

[SueBee01 630]

I was going to post tonight about head hunger. I am having issues with it and even if I drink Water I still feel like I should be eating. I am trying hard not to let the head hunger win or have fruit to help out. Any other tips will be great as well. I have to log my food more' date=' but sometimes feel that when I do that I want to eat more. Hopefully it will get better.

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Logging your food helps so you can see what you are eating and how many calories are in each. I also like it because if you stick with it and be honest it tells you what you should weigh in a couple weeks. It was very motivating for me.

For me, I like the crunch of snacking. I eat Quaker Oat Squares, mixed with a couple almonds almond and banana chips. That is my go to crunch if I need Protein, I eat celery with Peanut Butter and raisins. I try not to eat sliders like yogurt. It never seems to satisfy me or stick with me. If I do eat yogurt, I add a little grapes nuts to it.

Find things to eat that you really enjoy. If you can find that satisfied feeling, the hunger will go away easier. It took me quite a while. Habits and head hunger are hard to break. Hang in there!

[LeeB1946 261]

First of all, (((HUGS))). How about a local Over Eaters Anonymous group or a band buddy? Do you log your food? I found that to be very helpful in holding myself accountable for everything I put in my mouth. I also take my logs to my appointments for their input/suggestions. I think you've taken the first and probably most important step by going to counseling. Best wishes to you.

Totally agree. OA is great support as well as support groups from my surgery group. Support is very important from the outside and from family and friends.