When you're feeling a little down in the dumps,
chowing down on a helping of comfort food may seem like a quick fix, but you're
only doing your body injustice. Stress eating is a real issue that affects our
ability to lose weight and keep it off.
1.
Remember, you're in
control. When you feel like you're not
in control of what you're eating, you won't be. You're the only person with the
power to change this problem. Recognising your propensity to reach for solace
in the form or fast food or sweet treats is the first step to taking control
back.
2.
Stop snacking
mindlessly as you watch TV. Coming out of
a slight daze and realising you've inhaled a bag of chips is not the best
feeling in the world. If watching TV and snacking go hand in hand in your
house, make a point to stop the cycle. If you can't give up snack time while
you're by the tube, make it a point to snack on something clean and healthy.
3.
Take stock of what
all you're eating. Keeping a food journal may seem
like a laborious task, but after a day or two, you'll understand its benefits.
Writing down what you're eating ensures that you start taking responsibility
for what you put into your body. If you realise you've been taking part in
hours of empty snacking, you'll be more likely to cut back naturally.
4.
Banish problem
foods. If you don't have the willpower
right now to say no to unhealthy foods when you see them, it's time to bid them
adieu from your kitchen. Eliminating the culprit from the equation will help
you cut down the mindless eating at home — and reach for something that's
better for you.
5.
Honestly ask
yourself, "Am I hungry?" It
seems so simple, but these three little words make a world of difference.
Before you pull out food without thinking, asking yourself this simple question
will help you recognise when you're actually hungry or when you're just trying
to fill up an emotional or physical void.
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