- be aware of your triggers - anticipate them - prepare for them
- separate food from activities - don't automatically associate them. i.e - popcorn at movies
- exercise regularly (let me know how that goes!)
- substitute lower calorie alternatives (like my popcorn for chips! go me!)
- develop a taste for spicy food. apparently it's easier to develop cravings if you're more used to "bland" foods... go figure.
- just try riding out the craving - experts say a craving lasts no longer than 20 min. my guess is these experts haven't suffered from PMS.
- give in - but in moderation.
- plan your food for the day (okay, i have to admit - this helps me)
- avoid excuses for trying/tasting unhealthy foods (i.e "this little bit won't hurt")
- don't confuse hunger with thirst. i keep a bottle of crystal light around all the time - lot's of flavour and helps me get my water intake up.
- eat at regular intervals... helps to avoid bingeing
- distract yourself - play a mental game... keep your mind busy
there you have it... let me know how this works out for everybody! i think i've identified the ones that i've found basically work!
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