Food Addiction--New for 2008

[momov2boys]

Originally Posted by Jammer

Just wanted to throw out there something I finally learned after ten months of therapy:
That if you tell yourself you can't control yourself around X or Y foods, then you will set yourself up for binges when you do give in. I learned that I CAN have just one slice.
I really could do it, and managed for a while. But since restricting myself again after indulging on the honeymoon, I have had a few big binges.

Thank you so very much for posting this, Jammer.

I have learned that any sort of restriction fuels the awful binge cycle for me.

I try every single day to eat intuitively.

The diet mindset has really brought on so many problems for me.

[Pcola Girl]

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Rebecca, I too just try to eat healthy everyday and not over eat on anything.
If I restrict myself to something then that just makes me crave it more and more intent to binge.
So if I want to taste something I just take a little nip of it and thats all and walk away from it.
When we dine out I try hard to order something that I know is more low carb like a steak and salad so that way i can eat alot of it and not feel to guilty.
I try to stay away from buffets bars because i will bonge on everything they have.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Well, I haven't posted since 8/25. I can't believe that much time has gone by.

Since my last post, I made a choice to stop using aritificial sweeteners. They made me gassy and bloated and after researching them they don't seem very safe to me. I am now focusing on using honey, stevia and blue agave syrup. My health seems to be much better since the change. I am not by any means over using any of these natural sweeteners.

The last week has been very hard for me. The holidays are coming and Halloween was the start of it. All the candy and goodies laying around has been too tempting and I have given in. Today I am finally back on track. I am afraid of the damage I have done on the scale. So, I am eating high protein foods to detox my body and then once I feel that I have completed that detox process I'll start eating some healthy grains and fruit again. I am feeling quite light headed and achy. It's amazing what processed high carb foods can do to the body and mind.

Thanks for listening and I'll be back sooner then 2 months. I promise LOL!!

[Pcola Girl]

We all need to be strong duing the Holidays. They sure can mess up your eating habits that you have worked so hard on all year long.
Franny, please post often and keep in touch ok.

[actualize81]

There was a point where I'd just binge on sugar to the point where I'd dissociate and then freak out when I went through withdrawal. I will never do that again. I eat a lot of raw and natural foods now and can't eat any processed anything because my adrenals are recovering from months of junk food eating. If anyone needs any support let me know...

Steve

[Pcola Girl]

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Please pray for our nation.

[dginmc]

After 2 weeks on Atkins...I just had a minibinge. Not too bad, but I do know that peanut butter cups are not Atkins approved. Well, it was good, but even as I was eating I was thinking this really isn't as satisfying as being in control is. Back to square 1.

[dginmc]

I guess beating up on myself is not going to solve anything. I just have to pick myself back up and move on.

[gettingwell]

You're right--beating yourself up won't help a thing. Look at the positive--2 weeks on Atkins! That is something to be proud of! Why are you focusing on a few minutes of ONE day when you could be focusing on TWO WEEKS? I'm sure you'll get back on track in no time and this won't cause major harm in the grand scheme of things. Don't be so hard on yourself.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Hi everyone,

Well, I haven't been so horrible, but I am still sneaking in sugar and white flour when I know I am not supposed to. I at least wanted to stay away from it completely until my trip to Disneyland. The good news is that I have continued exercising everyday via walking and toning. I hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday and is able to focus on the good foods that are served on Turkey Day.

[dginmc]

Back on the wagon for about 36 hours. I'm actually quite happy about that. It's something to be proud of. (but I did eat Halloween candy corn/pumpkins while off the wagon - and I'm still thinking about HOW MUCH I really enjoyed them.)

[Sugar Free Franny]

Well, I leave for Disneyland in two days and I have not been doing so well these past few days. Seems to be that I think I am on vacation already. I need some extra support and I really need to eat low carb or else I am just asking for trouble.

I have been afraid to get on the scale and although my clothes aren't fitting me as tight as I thought they would, I know that I have gained. I can feel it. I don't want to stress about this before vacation, but I am afraid that I will really screw up while away.

If anyone has any words of wisdom for me I'd really appreciate it.

[momov2boys]

Originally Posted by dginmc

Back on the wagon for about 36 hours. I'm actually quite happy about that. It's something to be proud of.

Good for you!!!

Originally Posted by Sugar Free Franny

...I don't want to stress about this before vacation, but I am afraid that I will really screw up while away.

Focus on healthy, LC foods.
Whenever you slip or indulge, forgive yourself.
Get right back to focusing on healthy, LC foods!

Most of all, [COLOR="RoyalBlue"]ENJOY your vacation!!![/COLOR]

*Life is precious.*
Live and enjoy!

[Sugar Free Franny]

I needed to hear that. I do tend to "beat myself up" as well, even when I know I have been taking care of myself. I will be able to find lc foods at the restaurants that I go to I am sure. If I eat that way 90% of the time, having a slip wouldn't be too bad.

Everyone have a wonderful Thanksgiving as well.

Lots of love, Francine

[momov2boys]

Originally Posted by Sugar Free Franny

I will be able to find lc foods at the restaurants that I go to I am sure.
If I eat that way 90% of the time, having a slip wouldn't be too bad.

Exactly!

BTW--you're beautiful, Francine!

[jrc207]

Originally Posted by actualize81

There was a point where I'd just binge on sugar to the point where I'd dissociate and then freak out when I went through withdrawal. I will never do that again. I eat a lot of raw and natural foods now and can't eat any processed anything because my adrenals are recovering from months of junk food eating. If anyone needs any support let me know...

Steve

Hey everyone! I just saw this post, Steve, and had to say that is exactly what I would do also. There are slip-ups and there are binges. And the binges for me are about dissociation.

Just thought I would add that, since I had a day like that over the weekend. Yesterday I was still in freak-out-withdrawl time, but today I am back.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Well, I ended up doing good 90% of the time on our trip. Thank goodness. Not to mention I did a ton of walking so that really helped keep things under control.

Back home and eating pretty much low carb all the way. I am not having cravings now, but earlier was a different story. If I could just get past the craving I can usually come out on the other side without hurting myself. That's the only person I truly hurt when I binge and eat unhealthy.

So... with that I am looking forward to the holiday season. Thank you for listening.

[momov2boys]

Originally Posted by Sugar Free Franny

Well, I ended up doing good 90% of the time on our trip. Thank goodness.
Not to mention I did a ton of walking so that really helped keep things under control.



...If I could just get past the craving I can usually come out on the other side without hurting myself.
That's the only person I truly hurt when I binge and eat unhealthy.

Great reminder!

back !!!

[Sugar Free Franny]

Ok, so for dinner I had a whole wheat tortilla with cream cheese and some apple sauce. It did trigger some cravings for me, but instead of continueing on int hat direction I had some cream cheese with cream and splenda. Seems I am satisified now. Thank God again.

The weekend is usually more of a struggle, but as long as I eat well I will be ok. For anyone else struggling hang in there.

Francine

[Pcola Girl]

We are expecting alot of our family in our home for Christmas so I pray that I can keep eating like I need to when there is going to be so much food around me. OH WHAT DO I DO!
How will you all restrict you eating during this time? Sometimes I just feel like giving up eating right during the Holidays. I made it through Thanksgiving ok but just not sure about Christmas. I don't want to mess up my diet because I need to lose this weight so badly.
I just wished I did not like to eat so much. I have been trying to say over and over in my mind that food does not mean anything to me so maybe I will not think and crave it so much but its not working to well.
I hate being a food addict.

[ardawn]

I need help. I am at my wits end with my binge battle. There just seems to be something in my brain that switches on,and I feel uncontrollable. I have issues with my thyroid and adrenal glands,which don't help. I am getting treatment for the heatlh issues,but it is a slow process. In addition to the RXs,I take several supplements,but nothing seems to phase my compulsions.
I recently bought some l-glutamine,so maybe this will help.
What do all of you do to get through this? I have been a lifelong binger,and the stress management,meal planning,food journals,supplements,relaxation exercises etc.... DO.Not.Help!

Thanks in advance.

[Poohsmommi]

Hi - I have been posting on the Medi board, because that is the way I am eating now, but am having such a hard time sticking to it. I am glad I found this board. I am a compulsive eater, and would love to fnd a way to "cure" this addiction. I'm so tired of it. I can usually go 2 - 3 days before binging. Now it's really bad because Medi is such a low fat, high protein diet ... and when I binge, I binge on sugar, carbs, and fat .... which now makes me physically ill. My body has adusted to high protein and virtually no fat, so when I "cheat", boy do I pay. It doesnt stop me though .... and it's not even like I'm hungry. I'm not. Not at all. It's just something inside my brain - and it doesn't stop. It's like I am obssessed - and I can't stop thinking of it (it = food) until I binge. I hate it. Sorry for ranting - thanks for listeing.

[ardawn]

Hi Poohsmommi,
I am so sorry that you are having such a rough go of it. I have similar feelings. For me it's as though a switch flips off and on in my brain. I have no idea what triggers the eating. Sometimes I get the compulsion when I feel stress free. Other times when under intense pressure or stress,I eat normally. I wish I had suggestions for you. But,I can only offer you my support. Please know that you are not alone in your struggle.

[Pcola Girl]

Florida introduces low-carb potato
Jun 13, 2005 9:05 AM, By Chuck Woods, University of Florida

Following the January debut of the first low-carb potato that’s now a popular item in supermarkets, University of Florida researchers say a larger and tastier version of the spud has also been introduced.

Like the original low-carb potato, the new variety has 30 percent fewer carbohydrates and 25 percent fewer calories than a standard Russet Burbank potato. The main difference is that the new tubers will have yellow flesh instead of white flesh, said Chad Hutchinson, an assistant professor of horticulture with UF’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. The yellow flesh gives the potato a slightly sweeter flavor.

He said 3.5 ounces of each potato contain about 13 grams of carbohydrate compared to around 19 grams in the same serving size of a Russett baking potato.

“The addition of a new, larger potato with a different taste will give consumers more choices,” he said. “Our first low-carb potato, which is now being marketed as SunLite, has a white flesh and weighs anywhere from four to six ounces. The new spud, to be marketed as SunLite Gold, weighs anywhere from six to 10 ounces.”

Hutchinson said another major advantage for both low-carb spuds is that they are harvested and marketed as fresh, gourmet potatoes — unlike other potatoes that are stored up to 10 months before they reach the consumer.

“When we announced the first low-carb potato in June 2004, some people in the potato industry were concerned that a new variety would steal market share from traditional brands, but we’re trying to expand the overall market by bringing people that have concerns over diet back to potatoes,” he said.

“I like to consider these as ‘health-enhanced’ varieties,” Hutchinson said. “By making a simple change, everyone can take advantage of the health benefits of these potatoes without making any sacrifices in taste or cooking quality.”

While some people say consumer interest in low-carb foods may be waning, Hutchinson said potatoes can be part of a healthy diet. They contain no fat or cholesterol, and they are good sources of fiber, protein and vitamins. They also contain Vitamins C and B-6, and they are low in sodium and high in potassium. And, potato skins are an excellent source of fiber.

He said both low-carb potatoes have been thoroughly tested in UF research plots near Hastings, Fla., for the past five years, and the spud’s low-carbohydrate profile has been confirmed by research in Canada. UF is the first test site in the United States for the European potato imports, which were developed by HZPC, a seed company based in the Netherlands.

“The low-carb profile is due in part to lower specific gravity in the potatoes, which relates to the amount of starch in the tuber, compared to the more widely recognized Russet potato,” Hutchinson said. “The smooth, buff-colored skins on both low-carb potatoes make them and attractive alternative in many traditional potato recipes.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Well, I thought I'd give this thread a "bump". It sure deserves it. I have been in a good place with my eating since Jan. 19th. I am feeling really good about myself today. I know that I am addicted to sugar, white flour and other carby foods. It is when I am abstinent from them that I do not crave more. It's just like any other addiction. One is too many and a thousand is not enough. If anyone would like to join me on my journey to recovery I am here...

[Pcola Girl]

Just wanted to let you all know that I am still around and still working on losing this weight of mine. So far so good with it.
Hope you all are doing good to with your eating.
Maybe one day someone will find a way to make it easier for us to lose weight.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Well, I am down one pound from last week and my clothes are definitely fitting better. I am feeling good about this.

Hope to see some people join us on this thread because I am pretty sure that anyone low carbing is struggling with Food Addiction.

[Sugar Free Franny]

Originally Posted by momov2boys

Thank you so very much for posting this, Jammer.

I have learned that any sort of restriction fuels the awful binge cycle for me.

I try every single day to eat intuitively.

The diet mindset has really brought on so many problems for me.

Very well put. Thanks for this.

[springalong]

So this is for food addicts, well.... I dont want to label myself as one but I do struggle. I struggle with really overindulging. Yesterday I planned on having a protein day (LFL) but then at lunch I was really hungry, cause I didnt snack in between and then voila, cheese quesadilla was my mainstay, then in the afternoon the same thing - was hungry so supper, I bought KFC. Not only did I eat their wrap, but the whole flipping cake too!

I start off with good intentions then wham make poor choices.

I want to be successful at this and lose weight and move easier and....

Any other strugglers?

[Starzmom]

Yep. Lately I have good day where if I would continue those I would lose weight but then a couple days a week I eat enough to make up for those days and so no loss for the week. I've been going this way for five months now. I did have a good weight loss streak in which I lost 100 pounds and have managed to keep that off, but I have more to lose. I do better when I plan and make food ahead and of course I do not buy anything I should not eat because if I buy it I will eat it! As for fast food well a really bad illness from a fast food place cured me forever about 6 years ago.