Hungry? Now What?

Here is a step-by-step process to help you understand your body's dietary needs and cravings.

Step #1: Hungry?

• YES - What do I want? What does my body need? Eat something and enjoy it!!
• NO - What do I need?

• comfort
• relaxation
• sleep
• stress release
• escape
• other
• don't know

• If you're not hungry and want to eat anyway, go to Step # 2.

Step #2: What do I want to eat?

• Something healthy? Have that choice available, but don't force yourself to make this your choice
• Something satisfying?

Step #3: Eat!!

1. Take a portion to a comfortable place.
2. Put the container away.
3. Center yourself (take a few deep breathes and focus on the food you are eating).
4. Enjoy your eating experience.

 

Step #4: How do you feel?

• Satisfied - good for you!
• Still unsettled (go to Step #1)
• Guilty and frustrated (go to Step #5)

Step #5: Get on with your life.

That was one snack, let go of guilt! It takes 3500 extra calories to gain a pound!