Wow I should of proof read that before I hit add. I meant clearly the scale doesn't lie rather than "clearing the scale doesn't lie". Also, I meant then as soon as I'm done for the day and at home relaxing.

I can totally relate to what you have just said, I find that the evenings are the worst for me for snacking.
I joined Weight Watchers and they have a new program called Momentum and it gives you a book that tells you what the filling foods are so you feel full all the time and then you tend not to cheat or binge.
I also found that writing down everything that you eat also helps to see where you have cheated through out the day. There are many healthy snacks that you can have and still feel good.
My favorites are baked tostitos scoops (they are baked) and healthy, I put some salsa sauce in them and add grated low fat cheese and put them in the microwave and they are low fat and
taste great. Another good one is slim rice cake crackers with low fat cheese and a turkey pepperette, I hope that has helped you and you are doing all the right things keep up the good work.

Take Care

You're not alone. I am new here to this group too. And even at the age of 42, I have wondered how it is that I can betray my own goals so easily at times.

It can just be too easy to rationalize... "just one won't hurt", etc...

The trick is getting to know yourself, I think. What are my weaknesses? What are the circumstances under which I make bad choices? Then, it is good to prepare for those.

As an example, I am doing a special 11 day detox program, and am already planning ahead for my stressful work days. Those are the days that I would be more likely to "reward" myself with a treat to deal with the stress.

I give you a lot of credit for even being on this journey and being so honest with yourself. That's a great start!

Set your intentions clearly and never give up.

LOL about the typo's - I do that all the time. I have sent so really bizarre posts!

My first suggestion is to make a long term plan and a short term goal. Keep a journal of your food intake and moods/when/why you ate what you ate. After you have journaled for about a week go back and see where you can make small changes. Such as, eat breakfast everyday, NO MORE drive thru's, eat 2 fruits every day, etc. Each week add 1-2 more changes. Small steps will become habits. If you try to do to much you will get discouraged.

Get 96 oz of water each day.
Exercise 3-4 times a week for at least 30 min and add more minutes as time goes by.

You must have a plan and a goal or you will not know where you are going. It is like driving in a strange city without a map. You will just wander. Good Luck - You can do this.

Welcome to DS :) You'll find alot of support here. I think lots of us can relate to how you feel.

WELCOME!!!
I totally know how you feel. I do really good all day long. Eat supper and then exercise. And then about a half an hour later I want to eat everything in the house!!! Sometimes, no matter how hard I try, I can't stop myself from binging. But I do have some suggestions for you that help me sometimes.
1-After I eat supper, I immediately start craving something sweet. I LOVE the 60 calorie Hershey Extra dark chocolate sticks. Only 60 calories, 4 g of fat (the good kind of fat) and 4 grams of sugar. And it's just enough to satisfy my sweet tooth (honestly, it's never truley satisfied, but it helps!) And if I have a really big sweet tooth that night I put a little bit of natural peanut butter on it. YUM!
2-If I start to feel like I'm getting ready to binge, I stop and think...Is what I am getting ready to put in my mouth really worth ruining all my hard work??? How am I going to feel after I eat this? Am I going to regret it?
3-If all else fails, I get out my mini trampline and start exercising. This probably helps me more than anything. I get a good (extra) workout and it takes away all craving I had.
4-If you do end up eating too much, try to make it healthy food. Try eating fruits or a salad. Sometimes I will eat a bowl of my fav cereal and that will help me.

Welcome to the group. z

Hey linzi
just want to say good luck! It was like I was reading my own story there! Just keep ur chin up and if you have a bad day...the next day is a new one! drink plenty of water.and dont give up! the first few weeks are the toughest! xx

Welcome LinzC! I know how you feel, I am having a craving right now. I say, never exercise on an empty stomach, eat a small meal or snack before you exercise,and try to eat dinner until after you exercise.(stick to a set amount of calories for the day) and drink plenty of water! I read that sometimes we can mistake thirst pangs for hunger pangs. Try to get a lot of fiber(it helps you stay full longer). If you must snack, snack on low calorie, heart healthy foods. (a cup of yoplait light helps me sometimes, if I eat it slowly). Sorry to be all over the place, I hope this helps! I wish you well! :)


Brooke, you're no.2 has helped me tremendously just this moment. I am determined to keep from ruining all my hard work for today!

Hang in there!

Also, make a list of the foods that are on your "Yes" list. Helps to stop obsessing over what you cannot have.

Download a "Personal Choice Menu" template from www.dailyfooddiary.net, its free.

Lately I have been soooo hungry...turns out I am not getting enough fruits. Been eating mostly vegetables and protein.

Have fun with the planning!!!