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I've started my weight loss program but i have some trouble. sometimes the craving are so string and i cheat on my diet. do you have any tips to help?

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Cheat away!: If you make dieting "work", it becomes no fun! Instead of depriving yourself all 7 days, allow yourself to splurge on a forbidden food a couple of days a week. You won't feel deprived, but recognize you'll need to make up for those extra calories by being extra good the other 5 days. Determine how many calories total you need in a week to lose a desired amount of weight, then go for it!

Answered 7/12/2014

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Tips for craving: You might try: 1: Post-it notes saying " Is this really worth the calories?" 2. Beat the craving by leaving the house. 3. Keep busy. 4. If you do give in - make sure the snack is put away completely - Out of sight means out of mind which means lower calorie intake. Good Luck.

Answered 4/7/2016

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Increase protein: Sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger. Try drinking a glass of water to see if the hunger pains subside. Make due you do not skip meals. Eat 3 main meals with 2 healthy snacks daily. Increase your protein, fiber and green vegetables. Decrease consumption of sweet foods, sweet drinks, alcohol and white foods. Get 7-8 hours sleep to decrease release of your hunger hormone grehlin.

Answered 7/7/2014

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