Oh, Those monthly cravings!

[CatOwner1966]

Yeah, That time of month is coming up for me next week and a week or 2 before, I usually crave carbs and sugary foods but avoid them as much as possible and try to eat something that is healthy yet will take away that craving. Anyone else get these cravings before or during this time of the month? I hate it big time LOL!

 

[momsgettinfit]

Yeah, That time of month is coming up for me next week and a week or 2 before, I usually crave carbs and sugary foods but avoid them as much as possible and try to eat something that is healthy yet will take away that craving. Anyone else get these cravings before or during this time of the month? I hate it big time LOL!

I get still get that and I don't even have a period now. I still have all the symtoms of it though even some cramping. Weird yes I know!!! Like right now I would be on mine and I'm fighting the cravings with every bit of my energy. It's hard to sometimes.

 

[CatOwner1966]

Oh, I'm ready to scream. Saturday night we went to a friends house for a BBQ and it was all I could do to stay away from all of the sweets and junk food that they had there as I watched countless people stuffing thier faces with it. We waited until we got home to have dinner.

 

[nycgirl]

Oh, I get them all the time. Same time every month. Usually I want lots of carbs and fats. I don't get the sweet cravings any more. I'm getting better at avoiding it, thanks to the weekly cheat meal. But, I'm not perfect.

 

[momsgettinfit]

Oh, I get them all the time. Same time every month. Usually I want lots of carbs and fats. I don't get the sweet cravings any more. I'm getting better at avoiding it, thanks to the weekly cheat meal. But, I'm not perfect.

Oh I love the cheat meal. LOL

 

[CatOwner1966]

Still haven't done the weekley cheat meal yet. Have to work up the courage for that. It's more like a monthly cheat meal right now plus, I'm recovering from a 19 year eating disorder.

 

[momsgettinfit]

Still haven't done the weekley cheat meal yet. Have to work up the courage for that. It's more like a monthly cheat meal right now plus, I'm recovering from a 19 year eating disorder.

Your cheat meal doens't have to a bad meal. I eat healthy and in moderation but maybe I'll enjoy something I don't allow myself to eat the rest of the week. One thing that is helping me deal with my food issues is to rethink how I see food. I think of it more as a fuel source now for my workouts and that's helped me alot I still have some trouble at times but not as bad as I use to.

 

[CatOwner1966]

Your cheat meal doens't have to a bad meal. I eat healthy and in moderation but maybe I'll enjoy something I don't allow myself to eat the rest of the week. One thing that is helping me deal with my food issues is to rethink how I see food. I think of it more as a fuel source now for my workouts and that's helped me alot I still have some trouble at times but not as bad as I use to.

I still need to work on those things.

 

[ELEcKTRA]

In my case i just cant help it ........ i spend my craving days eating something sweet and then something salty...... yummy!!!!!!!!
and if i dont... i just get really really grumpy and anoying
i usually have some low fat icecream , jello , fruit or pretzels... ....... cookies

 

[jenscats5]

For cravings - try a thick, icy chocolate protein shake made with a little skim milk, lots of ice, little water & a big scoop of Choc. Protein Powder. Or try a Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper.

Both those things taste "bad" but aren't.

With this contest prep, I'm at the point now where I just don't care what my food tastes like. I eat cuz it's time to & I'm supposed to & it's on my list......

 

[Daisy_Girl]

Yeah, That time of month is coming up for me next week and a week or 2 before, I usually crave carbs and sugary foods but avoid them as much as possible and try to eat something that is healthy yet will take away that craving. Anyone else get these cravings before or during this time of the month? I hate it big time LOL!

There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with giving into cravings occasionally. In fact, it can HELP your diet. The goal is to satisfy the craving without going overboard. Giving in every now and then will help reduce the chance of going nuts during a craving.

The concept of pre-comp "food is fuel only" and not eating for enjoyment is great and all, but certainly not realistic for people who are choosing NOT to compete. If you are NOT competing, then do not feel bad about "giving in" every now and then. There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with enjoying food, life and wanting so-called "bad foods". Life is about moderation and personal choices.

Some things that may help cravings, but not break the diet are:

FF SF Pudding, you can even mix in some protein to make it a little healthier
Fresh Strawberries with FF Cool-Whip
Fudgesicles or popsicles

 

[Daisy_Girl]

With this contest prep, I'm at the point now where I just don't care what my food tastes like. I eat cuz it's time to & I'm supposed to & it's on my list......

Sorry Jen, you know I love you and this is not meant as a slight against you, but I do not see how this is helpful to her. Her questions was about healthier ways to satify cravings.

Not everyone is eating to compete, and I think reading something about how someone else is "above cravings" can only make someone feel inferior. Like "wow, she can do it but I can't, I must be somehow be a weak person"

Just my opinion (albeit, hormonal opinion, lol).

 

[jenscats5]

Sorry Jen, you know I love you and this is not meant as a slight against you, but I do not see how this is helpful to her. Her questions was about healthier ways to satify cravings.

Not everyone is eating to compete, and I think reading something about how someone else is "above cravings" can only make someone feel inferior. Like "wow, she can do it but I can't, I must be somehow be a weak person"

Just my opinion (albeit, hormonal opinion, lol).

It was more or less a reminder of me being in contest prep just in case they check my log & think "Oh I should be doing exactly that, etc." Plus I guess it was relief that I don't have to deal with it too much anymore - cuz I can relate to wicked cravings. It wasn't my intention to try to be superior and if anyone felt that way, I apologize.

My opinion on contest prep is that it is NOT a lifestyle nor recommended for everyone. I agree with you that there are healthy & satisfying ways to help cravings without going overboard.




Oh and high-quality chocolate (so rich you can only eat 1 piece) should also help when you NEED chocolate. Plus if you get dark choc. it has those antioxidants that are good for you!

 

[Daisy_Girl]

It was more or less a reminder of me being in contest prep just in case they check my log & think "Oh I should be doing exactly that, etc." Plus I guess it was relief that I don't have to deal with it too much anymore - cuz I can relate to wicked cravings. It wasn't my intention to try to be superior and if anyone felt that way, I apologize.

My opinion on contest prep is that it is NOT a lifestyle nor recommended for everyone. I agree with you that there are healthy & satisfying ways to help cravings without going overboard.

Oh I know you were NOT meaning to sound "holier-than-thou" - I know that is not you. And maybe NOBODY else took it the way I did, which I truely hope.

I just know that when you already feel "down" on yourself or somehow deficient, sometime hearing other people great successes can make you feel worse. Yes, seeing/hearing about others success can also HELP tremendously - but it can also do the opposite.

I think in someone who is obviously still struggling with food issues - and with a history of eating disorders - the feelings of inferiority can really be strong.

 

[CatOwner1966]

Oh I know you were NOT meaning to sound "holier-than-thou" - I know that is not you. And maybe NOBODY else took it the way I did, which I truely hope.

I just know that when you already feel "down" on yourself or somehow deficient, sometime hearing other people great successes can make you feel worse. Yes, seeing/hearing about others success can also HELP tremendously - but it can also do the opposite.

I think in someone who is obviously still struggling with food issues - and with a history of eating disorders - the feelings of inferiority can really be strong.

LOL! I'm ok now.