Remember to have a game plan for when you get hungry in between meals. Many of you have heard me say “availability is key.” For example, it’s important to have fresh fruits (i.e. for a fresh fruit smoothie), beef jerky, almonds, cottage cheese, string cheese, salad, eggs, whole grain wheat thins, low fat (low sugar) yogurt etc. available when you get hungry and need a snack. Satisfying your hunger and/or cravings with healthy choices sets you up for success (and healthier eating habits).
Also, when you desire food ask yourself, “am I hungry or am I searching for food for some other reason?” Other “reasons” include stress, boredom, anxiety etc. If you are looking for food for reasons other than hunger, catch yourself and accept your emotion or state of mind as being part of everyday life. Find some other way to satisfy “your need.” It’s not as hard as you may think. But, developing this skill takes practice.
Until next time, keep up the good work!!!
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