Here’s the latest question from foodpicker.org:
I am very new to the diabetes lifestyle. I have started working out and so far have dropped 8 pounds (I have about 100 pounds still to lose). I am excited about the weight loss so far, but I am scared that I won’t drop the weight and that I will slip somehow. Can you offer any advice in regards to cravings (I have a big sweet tooth and enjoy greasy foods such as burgers and fries)?
First of all, congratulations on your weight loss so far! That’s a big accomplishment. When faced with a craving remember how hard you worked to get where you are now and you’ll think twice about caving in! If you do give into a craving don’t beat yourself up! Everyone slips up now and again and that’s OK as long as you don’t make it a habit. Just vow to make your next bite healthier!
Here are some other tips to help you fight cravings:
- Instead of indulging in a high calorie treat try a lower fat version. Instead of fast food french fries make your own baked fries by cutting a potato in strips, lightly drizzle with olive oil and pepper and bake in the oven. Yum! Try lighter versions of sweets too like low-fat or fat-free ice cream or pudding. Buy pudding in individual servings to keep your portions in control.
- Eat every 3-4 hours to keep your blood sugars stable. If you let yourself get too hungry you are more apt to make a poor choice.
- Exercise! Exercise! Exercise! It’s great for getting those endorphins flowing and it can help take your mind off those fries.
- Drink lots of water- it will help you feel full.
Good luck!
