How to control/stop cravings

[msBHEB_02]

talking about losing weight, what should you do to make you stop from craving foods especially da junk ones? cuz it is still useless to do those stuff just to make you lose weight when you can't stop yourself from craving such food.

its one of my problem. i tried to get on a diet but i often crave for something
and soo, i can't stop myself to eat what i wanted. what should i do? i bet most of us have the same situations.

.....we can't resist the yummy taste of chocolates and more. isn't it girls? 

The best way to make yourself control your cravings is by not eliminating your favorite foods from your diet.

You'll only really miss something if you absolutely can't have it. If you're on a diet and you absolutely LOVE chocolate, DON'T promise to stay away from it. Let yourself have it twice a week or something like that. If possible, look for a healthier alternative that will fulfill your craving. For example, if you just love chocolate in general, instead of having those chocolate bars filled with caramel and nuts and other stuff, try dark chocolate nuggets.

Also, cravings are your body's way of saying, "You haven't had enough [insert nutrient here] for the day... perhaps if you have some [insert food here], you can fulfill my need!" However, because of ALL that we're exposed to (chocolate ads, popcorn stalls everywhere, ice cream stands EVERYWHERE, etc.), this body's natural way of balancing itself gets messed up and instead of craving for what you need, you just crave for what you see.

To check if you're craving for what you NEED, think of what you've had for the day. Maybe you're craving for ice cream because you haven't had dairy for the day... opt for a cup of low-fat milk instead. Maybe you want a big slab of steak cuz you haven't had enough protein. Why not try having some fish or some lean meat?

Lastly, if you're still craving like crazy even if you haven't eliminated that food from your diet and even if you probably have all the nutrients you need -- drink a cup of water, brush your teeth and then do something that will keep you busy. Take your mind off that food. Just because you're craving for something doesn't mean you have to have it!

[Periwinkles03]

medyo  pero self control talaga... at masabihang masiba nang mga kapatid ang nagiging dahilan kung bakit nakokontrol ko ang self ko para kumain..mas gusto ko maasim at maalat..

[ivy_laurice]

keep yourself busy,or if naiisip mo kumain try to eat fruits,or mag water k nlng para parang busog ung pakiramdam mo

[i_love_derek_jeter]

coffee...

[tAm`tAm]

just drink water para mabusog ka agad at hindi ka na mag-crave. minsan naman ginagawa ko instead of the food that i'm craving, saging na lang yung kinukuha ko. look for substitutes na lang na healthy.

[bebeboogles]

sken, effective ung sugarless bubble gum/ chewing gum in between meals.... = )

pero kaya lng.. minsan.. ur craving kasi ur brain signals u na u need a certain nutrient for your body. so, if im REALLY craving din.. i usually satisfy my urge.. kinakain ko ung kincrave ko in a moderate amount. kasi db, madalas kapag u don't feed your crave, mas mag eend up ka eating other kinds of food pero u still feel unsatisfied? and u'll end up eating more...?

[ayla_maria]

yung mga kapatid ko kinkain yung kine-crave ko...pag inaalok nila ko, "ayaw ko, kayo na lang..." pero kung kakain ako, mas konti ng amount...na-satisfiy pa rin...

[ayiah]

coffee...

tanong ko lang po bakit coffee?

[ayiah]

keep your self busy and iwasang mag isip about food!, drink water kasi minsan akala mo hungry ka pero nauuhaw ka lang naman talaga, and a HUGE amount of self-control and discipline!

[pixie_naley]

Discipline!.. and a glass of water before meals to make you feel full.. 

[Sascha]

hi. i am doing a research on eating disorders. if there's anyone out there who is suffering from anorexia, bulimia or binge eating, can you please share your story with me?

[angel19s]

There's no direct answer to your question. But similar to the other posts, I agree with discipline or self-control. I know it's easier said than done but if you are really determined to lose weight you might want to give it a try. When you start to crave, eat fruits like apples or bananas rather than junk foods. Drink also plenty of water. If you can, avoid at all taking a bite or tasting something that you crave about. It would only trigger you to eat more and forget your diet. As long as you don't remember what it tastes like, your cravings would eventually go away. But once in a while, give in to your cravings and just think of it as a reward for all your hard work.

[Periwinkles03]

agree ako dun sa paginom nang tubig..sometimes ginagawa ko rin un..

[msBHEB_02]

yeaa, true!
specially the one that if you don't feed your crave, you'll find yourself eating other foods & feel unsatisfied. yea, water na nga lang din is one of the best way. thanks ladies

[belle_anne]

Self Control.