Give your mood a boost. Most people when feeling down will turn to food for comfort. But doing something fun instead will help. Why not go for a massage?
Acknowledging that you are suffering from cravings can help. By acknowledging it you fight it easier. For the most ardent dieters cravings can often spell trouble. You may find sticking with a diet harder. Especially when you start to think about certain foods that you want.
Feeling a little peckish? Well instead of heading for the cookie jar, head for the fruit bowl instead. Read More
Visualize how you'd like to feel when you are craving something forbidden. If you take on the role of the hero your mind will be able to act against these cravings you are having. Read More
Best to eat when you are hungry. Make sure that you eat only the best quality fat and protein. These not only help prevent but also reduce cravings. Read More
Don't limit your carb, fat or calorie intake. Restricting these can only cause you to crave them more.
Getting up and going for a walk can help. It helps to take your mind off your cravings. The same goes for reading a book or watching your favorite TV program.
Adding dried fruits and nuts to your favorite salad increases your intake of fiber. Using extra virgin olive oil as a dressing makes it even healthier.
Make mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes to decrease your carb intake.
For a sweet and healthy dessert, mix frozen yogurt and bran flakes, then top with a little chocolate syrup.
Skip the fad diets, research shows they are more likely to cause weight gain long term. Read More
Before eating a snack, drink a glass of water. Often a person is dehydrated rather than hungry.
If you're tracking your water intake, put a number of rubber bands around the top of your water bottle. Each time you finish a bottle full and go for a refill, move one rubber band to the bottom to keep count.
Bring five apples to work every Monday and eat one every day before leaving work to help ensure you are eating enough fruit.
Add natural, Greek-style yoghurt to your dog's main meal. This adds much needed calcium and helps with bad breath and tummy issues. It's also a great source of protein. Read More