HI brittaniet,

I think the dilemma you're facing is one that many in recovery (including myself) face.

I think it is best when we try not to label foods as "good" or "bad", or "healthy" or "junky". While it is very important to eat healthy, it is also important not to become obsessed with eating healthy. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is good for your body. But a well-balanced diet also includes some of the "junk" foods you're mentioning. So while I would not advise you to eat cake for dinner, you can absolutely eat cake! It's all about moderation and eating a good balance different foods.

Do you talk to a counselor at all? If so, I think this would be a great thing to bring up. Like I said, many people struggle with this in recovery. It is tough to find a balance with eating different kinds of foods, but you will get there!

The moment we "ban" a certain food or group of foods from our diet we automatically feel deprived and naturally crave them. No foods should be classified as good foods or bad foods...it is all food and is meant to be eaten in moderation and enjoyed. As someone who struggles with anorexia and has lists of good and bad foods I can really relate. Allow yourself to incorporate some of these foods back into your diet and see if that helps.

This is a good step to work with your dietician or counselor on, or a very very trusted friend/family member. It can be VERY hard to judge portion sizes, and sometimes, when we are now eating more, it can be hard to stop if something has been 'denied' for some time. Perhaps even trying some of these things with someone else would help. Eating is a social event, especially with 'fun' foods.

thnak u all for the awnsers and advice. im glad im not the only 1 wo expecrence it!

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