STRUGGL...ING!

Dont know why but Ive started thinking about (and eating) too fast and too much. Ive done so well till a week ago. I guess it could have something to do with my hubby being suddenly unemployed, my allergies/asthma on overtime and spring break???? I still stay away from pasta, soda, sweets, and bread. HOWEVER...... buttered popcorn calls my name as does pizza. I even puked (like early wls days) from eating too fast twice lately. I still work out regularly, drink loads of water but.... I find myself "THINKING of FOOD A LOT AGAIN." I know NO foods are bad for us. I think the key is moderation. I just dont feel like I can "control" how much I eat if I eat anything non-nutritive. Tomorrow's a new day so its off to the gym again. I do enjoy working out. I think Ill write down everything I eat so I can be more "aware" of it. Thanks for listening. PS>I am in therapy discussing these things. Leslie -117

Well, you seem to have made GREAT progress so far! We had surgery on the same day I think that we've hit the "honeymoon" is over. The newness of the surgery has wore off and it's easy to slip back into those old habits. I have stress eaten several times over the last six weeks or so. BAD!!! But realizing you are struggling is the first half of the battle. Far too many times, it's easy to not realize the struggle. . then it's impossible to seek help. ((( HUGS ))) Leslie

Hi Leslie, First I wanted to congratulate you on your wonderful loss so far! 117 lbs down!! Also good job working out. I know exactly what you mean about "thinking alot about food again..." man I hate that feeling! All I can say is that it's so good you're aware of the problem and talking to someone about it. The stress and changes you are dealing with right now are probably sending you into old ways of coping. For me, if I have a bad trigger food, then I have to make it illegal for me and not keep it around if possible. I know it's not always do-able. Hopefully this is just a transient feeling that will pass and you will feel in control again. That's usually how it goes with me. As I told Ruth in her post, fitday.com helps me stay in control of my quantities in a way I really need. Plus it helps me track my progress. Hope tomorrow's a better day. Love, Sue

Just wanted to say that I agree with Sue about fitday.com being a big help. We all are at the point of eating again. I know that if I didn't use fitday I would be struggling. It helps to see where the extra fat, calories and carbs are coming from!

I think we are all in that same boat. I too have fallen into old habits and trying (fighting) daily to get back on track and stay there. Don't beat yourself up... just do the best you can. We are all right here to support you if you need it! wanda PS... Sue Boo... you are just too cute!!!

They say the hunger will come back and sometimes with a vengence. I hope the therapy helps. Sorry to hear about your asthma and your husband's job. Believe me, I know how that is. Congrats on the 117 pounds down.... Shannon