Re: Why nutrition is relative

[Guest guest]

Thanks, Patti. I just knew from the title of your post that it was OK, and made sense (to me). Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 11:35 PMSubject: Why nutrition is relative

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there. I always ate "healthily." I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me "eat a snickers once in awhile!". My problem was portion size, not health. Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream. Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do. I shared this because what is "healthy" is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people

may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Thanks, Patti. I just knew from the title of your post that it was OK, and made sense (to me). Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 11:35 PMSubject: Why nutrition is relative

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there. I always ate "healthily." I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me "eat a snickers once in awhile!". My problem was portion size, not health. Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream. Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do. I shared this because what is "healthy" is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people

may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Thanks, Patti. I just knew from the title of your post that it was OK, and made sense (to me). Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 11:35 PMSubject: Why nutrition is relative

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there. I always ate "healthily." I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me "eat a snickers once in awhile!". My problem was portion size, not health. Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream. Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do. I shared this because what is "healthy" is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people

may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

 

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there.

I always ate " healthily. " I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me " eat a snickers once in awhile! " . My problem was portion size, not health.

Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream.

Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do.

I shared this because what is " healthy " is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

 

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there.

I always ate " healthily. " I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me " eat a snickers once in awhile! " . My problem was portion size, not health.

Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream.

Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do.

I shared this because what is " healthy " is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

 

I was a latecomer to the whole cheese thread, but I wanted to toss this out there.

I always ate " healthily. " I ate from all parts of the food pyramid in the whole form and even the nutritionist I saw to help with getting a handle on my attitudes about food said to me " eat a snickers once in awhile! " . My problem was portion size, not health.

Recently I had a health crisis. My doctor told me I had to be on a special diet. Not for weight loss, but to maintain health. My friends call it the wonder bread diet. No whole grains. No nuts or beans with a couple of exceptions. Only a few veggies are ok. No berries. No coffee or chocolate. I can't have beets but I can have vanilla ice cream.

Since the physical punishment for not following the program are fairly extreme, it's not hard to do.

I shared this because what is " healthy " is relative. And some people may need to watch their cheese due to cholesterol. And some people may not -- some people aren't affected by dietary cholesterol at all. Some may have to avoid salt (also part of my stupid diet) and some may be fine. You just have to be kind to yourself an find your own way and that's all you can do.

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry.  I am an emotional eater, especially when " bored " or " lonely " and turn to food.  Sandy

 

 

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss.  Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. 

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard. Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, great idea.  I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level.  Working on it. Sandy

 

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at " satisfied " or " comfortable. " I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard. 

Patti

 

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry.  I am an emotional eater, especially when " bored " or " lonely " and turn to food.  Sandy

 

 

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss.  Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. 

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, great idea.  I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level.  Working on it. Sandy

 

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at " satisfied " or " comfortable. " I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard. 

Patti

 

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry.  I am an emotional eater, especially when " bored " or " lonely " and turn to food.  Sandy

 

 

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss.  Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. 

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti, great idea.  I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level.  Working on it. Sandy

 

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at " satisfied " or " comfortable. " I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard. 

Patti

 

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry.  I am an emotional eater, especially when " bored " or " lonely " and turn to food.  Sandy

 

 

Patti, well said.  For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body.  But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like.  I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more.  You have  a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it.  Thanks for your input.  Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss.  Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No. 

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!Patti

[Guest guest]

I am beginning to like the small plate idea, too. But when I do a small plate thing and I'm not satisfied, I will go back for more and try not to feel guilty about it. Sometimes the small plate works because it gives the brain time to register that you're "full." good thought. :-) Tai

To: IntuitiveEating_Support Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:42 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

Patti, great idea. I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level. Working on it. Sandy

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

I am beginning to like the small plate idea, too. But when I do a small plate thing and I'm not satisfied, I will go back for more and try not to feel guilty about it. Sometimes the small plate works because it gives the brain time to register that you're "full." good thought. :-) Tai

To: IntuitiveEating_Support Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:42 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

Patti, great idea. I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level. Working on it. Sandy

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

I am beginning to like the small plate idea, too. But when I do a small plate thing and I'm not satisfied, I will go back for more and try not to feel guilty about it. Sometimes the small plate works because it gives the brain time to register that you're "full." good thought. :-) Tai

To: IntuitiveEating_Support Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:42 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

Patti, great idea. I use a smaller plate sometimes too, but I still eat too fast and don't give myself time to notice my fullness/satisfaction level. Working on it. Sandy

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

It's hard for me also, Patti. I resisted thinking at first, "am I still hungry?" "Am I full?" "Do I need to eat more?" It took time to learn that, and it's still a struggle to know when I've had enough. Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:27 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

It's hard for me also, Patti. I resisted thinking at first, "am I still hungry?" "Am I full?" "Do I need to eat more?" It took time to learn that, and it's still a struggle to know when I've had enough. Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:27 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

It's hard for me also, Patti. I resisted thinking at first, "am I still hungry?" "Am I full?" "Do I need to eat more?" It took time to learn that, and it's still a struggle to know when I've had enough. Tai

To: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 9:27 AMSubject: Re: Why nutrition is relative

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

Patti, I am also working on eating when I am hungry. I am an emotional eater, especially when "bored" or "lonely" and turn to food. Sandy

Patti, well said. For all of you who have read Gillian's post, much of this for me falls into that last category of honoring your body. But also eat what you like/love, don't eat those you don't like. I love what your nutritionist said about the snickers. I hope you will continue to post more. You have a lot to offer. Even some dissension helps us think more deeply too and leads to more growth if we let it. Thanks for your input. Sandy

No, I don't. In the beginning it was hard but I thought about it old terms: suppose my goal was weight loss. Would I want to spend my money (calories) on something I didn't like? No.

I think the hardest thing to learn on this program is how to stop eating when you've had enough. That's what I'm working on. But boy do I feel better when I do!

Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti,

I have the same issue. I want to continue the pleasurable experience of eating something that tastes good. Nothing wrong with that. However, I wonder if instead of trying to stop yourself, you can just notice when you are satisfied, but give yourself permission to continue eating past that point? I think even noticing is a huge victory and if you give yourself permission to keep eating you reassure yourself that you will never deprive yourself of food no matter what. This might really help you to stop when you are no longer hungry in the future, since you are not restricting for any reason.

Another thought: could you actually still be hungry? I think food tastes best when you're hungry, so if something still tastes as delicious as the first bite, it might be that you are not at the satisfied point yet.

Mimi

Subject: Re: Why nutrition is relativeTo: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Date: Monday, August 29, 2011, 9:27 AM

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti,

I have the same issue. I want to continue the pleasurable experience of eating something that tastes good. Nothing wrong with that. However, I wonder if instead of trying to stop yourself, you can just notice when you are satisfied, but give yourself permission to continue eating past that point? I think even noticing is a huge victory and if you give yourself permission to keep eating you reassure yourself that you will never deprive yourself of food no matter what. This might really help you to stop when you are no longer hungry in the future, since you are not restricting for any reason.

Another thought: could you actually still be hungry? I think food tastes best when you're hungry, so if something still tastes as delicious as the first bite, it might be that you are not at the satisfied point yet.

Mimi

Subject: Re: Why nutrition is relativeTo: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Date: Monday, August 29, 2011, 9:27 AM

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti,

I have the same issue. I want to continue the pleasurable experience of eating something that tastes good. Nothing wrong with that. However, I wonder if instead of trying to stop yourself, you can just notice when you are satisfied, but give yourself permission to continue eating past that point? I think even noticing is a huge victory and if you give yourself permission to keep eating you reassure yourself that you will never deprive yourself of food no matter what. This might really help you to stop when you are no longer hungry in the future, since you are not restricting for any reason.

Another thought: could you actually still be hungry? I think food tastes best when you're hungry, so if something still tastes as delicious as the first bite, it might be that you are not at the satisfied point yet.

Mimi

Subject: Re: Why nutrition is relativeTo: "IntuitiveEating_Support " <IntuitiveEating_Support >Date: Monday, August 29, 2011, 9:27 AM

If something tastes good, I have a hard time stopping at "satisfied" or "comfortable." I am finding by giving myself a smaller portion, that helps but it's hard.

Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti,

I have the same issue. I want to continue the pleasurable experience of eating something that tastes good. Nothing wrong with that. However, I wonder if instead of trying to stop yourself, you can just notice when you are satisfied, but give yourself permission to continue eating past that point? I think even noticing is a huge victory and if you give yourself permission to keep eating you reassure yourself that you will never deprive yourself of food no matter what. This might really help you to stop when you are no longer hungry in the future, since you are not restricting for any reason.

Another thought: could you actually still be hungry? I think food tastes best when you're hungry, so if something still tastes as delicious as the first bite, it might be that you are not at the satisfied point yet.

I'm past the noticing step. It has to do with how much is on my plate. I'm learning that it is ok to leave food. If something is delicious but not on my plate, I won't get more unless I'm still hungry. And no, I'm not hungry. ;)Patti

[Guest guest]

Patti,

I have the same issue. I want to continue the pleasurable experience of eating something that tastes good. Nothing wrong with that. However, I wonder if instead of trying to stop yourself, you can just notice when you are satisfied, but give yourself permission to continue eating past that point? I think even noticing is a huge victory and if you give yourself permission to keep eating you reassure yourself that you will never deprive yourself of food no matter what. This might really help you to stop when you are no longer hungry in the future, since you are not restricting for any reason.

Another thought: could you actually still be hungry? I think food tastes best when you're hungry, so if something still tastes as delicious as the first bite, it might be that you are not at the satisfied point yet.

I'm past the noticing step. It has to do with how much is on my plate. I'm learning that it is ok to leave food. If something is delicious but not on my plate, I won't get more unless I'm still hungry. And no, I'm not hungry. ;)Patti