Food Addiction Support Group
An individual suffering from a food addiction disorder frequently experiences episodes of uncontrolled eating, or binging, during which they may feel frenzied or out of control. They will eat much more quickly than is normal, and continue to eat even past the point of being uncomfortably full. Binging in this way is generally followed by a period of intense guilt feelings...
Hi everyone, I'm new here - I just joined because I'm trying to get over a terrible peanut butter addiction - I mean a WHOLE jar a day thing. I got into the bad habit of going to the store everyday after dinner (and breakfast, and lunch!) and buying a jar of PB and going crazy with the jar and a loaf of bread or a bunch of bananas...or honey...or all of the above... :(
It started when I decided to have a PB sandwich for lunch, but I loved it so much, I developed a craving for it - i got excited for lunch everyday even if not hungry at all (I eat a big protein/good fat rich breakfast) Its not like I'm skimping during the day - I eat well and I make sure I dont skimp too much on fat or protein so its not like my body has a right to crave it like crack.
Anyway, it turned into PB sandwich for dinner too, then for breakfast, and I feared the fact of having for forgo my PB meal ever - like if someone wanted to go out to eat with me or something. Then I decided I didnt want to eat PB anymore becuase moderation doesnt work for me in my diet, it just makes me crave more. So I made a big mistake and finished off the rest of the jar, vowing to start not eating it the next day. Turns out I REALLY enjoyed that.
Now I get really really exicted at the fact of going to the store right now and buying a jar of PB and just sitting down and going to town - and afterwards I get this sedated feeling, but then I feel TERRIBLE! I believe its a real addiction - I do it when I'm not even hungry AT ALL! (after a full meal) and FORGET it when I AM hungry - like now...I'm using all my strength to not go to the store right now...I've gained so much weight in the past few weeks from this terrible habit...please help! How long will it take for me to get over this, and what can I do in the mean time?
Also, I started taking wellbutrin 3 days ago for depression as well, havent noticed any affect yet but I bet its too soon and I'm only taking 150mg right now. Anyone know if this will help once it kicks in? I'm so desperate right now, I feel like PB controls my life, as sad as that sounds. On the other hand, I have no problems avoiding sugar at all, its strange, I dont crave sweets :/ just PB - the natural kind with Peanuts and salt as the only ingredients.
(sorry this was really long!)
It started when I decided to have a PB sandwich for lunch, but I loved it so much, I developed a craving for it - i got excited for lunch everyday even if not hungry at all (I eat a big protein/good fat rich breakfast) Its not like I'm skimping during the day - I eat well and I make sure I dont skimp too much on fat or protein so its not like my body has a right to crave it like crack.
Anyway, it turned into PB sandwich for dinner too, then for breakfast, and I feared the fact of having for forgo my PB meal ever - like if someone wanted to go out to eat with me or something. Then I decided I didnt want to eat PB anymore becuase moderation doesnt work for me in my diet, it just makes me crave more. So I made a big mistake and finished off the rest of the jar, vowing to start not eating it the next day. Turns out I REALLY enjoyed that.
Now I get really really exicted at the fact of going to the store right now and buying a jar of PB and just sitting down and going to town - and afterwards I get this sedated feeling, but then I feel TERRIBLE! I believe its a real addiction - I do it when I'm not even hungry AT ALL! (after a full meal) and FORGET it when I AM hungry - like now...I'm using all my strength to not go to the store right now...I've gained so much weight in the past few weeks from this terrible habit...please help! How long will it take for me to get over this, and what can I do in the mean time?
Also, I started taking wellbutrin 3 days ago for depression as well, havent noticed any affect yet but I bet its too soon and I'm only taking 150mg right now. Anyone know if this will help once it kicks in? I'm so desperate right now, I feel like PB controls my life, as sad as that sounds. On the other hand, I have no problems avoiding sugar at all, its strange, I dont crave sweets :/ just PB - the natural kind with Peanuts and salt as the only ingredients.
(sorry this was really long!)
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I dont allow myself to have it anymore either.
Peace,
Nicol