How do YOU cope ?

Hi Folks, Lately I've noticed lots of us are struggling with an increasingly returned appetite (dare I say for destruction).. Anyway I thought maybe for a QOD we could share 3 ways in which we shut that little food demon up - 1- I water load according to my nurtitionist. 2- I exercise like the dickens. 3- Hot herbal tea seems to take the edge off for me.. Can't wait to hear all your hints !! Elaine

Hi there Elaine, Let me see if I can answer these questions. Anyway I thought maybe for a QOD we could share 3 ways in which we shut that little food demon up - 1) I do eat a bit of something when the food demon comes.I don't ignore it. It is there and alive. 2) I make a cup of herbal tea. I have enjoyed tea alot since my WLS. 3) I get on the bike and ride on the boardwalk if the weather prevails. 3) I will drink some nice, cold water. That usually cuts the cravings also. Have a great weekend Lorraine

I'm ashamed to say, at least at work, I cave in and have a goodie. I try to keep it to just midgets, the single bit size pieces. At home, I am usually so busy, I don't have time to snack. Away from home, I drink a lot of fluid and always have an apple with me, just in case. Of course, for emergancies, I keep three Dove Dark in my purse. I've only used one in the past week, and that's when I forgot to take my apple and my blood sugar went down too low. I also have goodies right after a meal, so I feel full with just a bite or two. I know I shouldn't have any, but I do. (Bad Nona) Nona