how can i control my eating better? and stop constantly thinking about it.?

Question

well, im tried of TRYING to control it by eating healthy foods that fill you up, but i just CANT stop sometimes. and i try to put my mind on other things, but all i can ever think about is what im eating for my next meal, and then i plan it out real clearly..its pathetic and not normal. what should i do?! im not that old either, i shouldnt be worrying about this stuff.

PS- im a gum addictive and i chew it all the time. it doesnt help, it just makes me burb up bubbles. i can go thru a pack a day (as funny as that sounds)

PSS- im not fat at ALL. ive been to the doctor bout it. um, yea and i eat several little meals a day because three big ones make me sick and bloated.

Answer 1

chew a lot of gum. I know that helps me not pig out on junk food =)

Answer 2

Eating smaller meals and not three large ones is a good idea! If you want to cut down on snacking, try taking up a hobby or just do something on the internet for hours- keep your hands occupied so you are not tempted to eat. Foods that fill you up are carbs- like pasta, bread and pizza (dont eat too much though). If you cant stop snacking try low cal foods like-
veggies, fruit, popcorn and pretzels

Answer 3

You might want to consider the following:.. First, eating snacks of fruits and berrys during the day will often times satisfy my hunger for eating.. Additionally, you can try drinking more water.. which is always good in keeping you full- and it is healthy.. Another thing to remember is that exercise (such as walking or swimming or other cardio) is very good for distracting you with regard to food.. Often times, if you can get past those initial cravings- the desire for that next meal of unhealthy food will go away. A final thought- establish your goals for wanting to lose weight (or control it) and focus on them each day!

Answer 4

First its good that your eating small meals throughout the day. It keeps your metabolism going. One way to help keep yourself feeling full for longer periods of time is to make sure that you always eat a type of protein (meat, tofu, peanut butter) with each meal. Just 2-4oz. Also eating fibrous vegetables (think peppers, broccholi, salad, other "green" vegetables) will help to up your fiber intake and keep you fuller longer. Its also very important to drink at least 8-10 8oz glasses of water a day. More if you exercise. Your body is made up of at least 80% water, so you really need to replace it ona consistent basis all day long.

Answer 5

You are just really concerned about you health and thats a good thing. Just eat 3 healthy meals a day. Try to get involved in some sport you like to do.

Answer 6

Consult a nutritionist and a therapist.

And before you eat, stop for a moment and take a deep breath.
that will clear your mind and stop the anxiety.
And chew every bite 15/20 times.

Relax,enjoy,live the present and be happy.

Answer 7

if you want something to eat make some carrot sticks, celery sticks maybe with peanut butter, try fruit. things that won't have you gaining weight, and here's a link that I think will help you out alot. Keep it up you will get where you want to be and feel go about yourself

Answer 8

No well if you are like 17 then maybe but if your like 12 than no you will grow out of it if you want you can look at a BMI chart and that will tell you if your "fat"

Answer 9

Do not eat refined foods, especially refined carbs. These trigger binge behaviors and are probably the source of the problem.

Answer 10

i got the same problem .. seriously
even tho i lost 40 kgs but i still got that problem so please when u get a good answer pls send it to me [e-mail] as offline msg
thank u
good luck !!
bye