Re: Newbie Here....hope I'm posting correctly...

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I have IBS too and it's interesting that the " good " foods upset me the most, especially salads, fruits, many vegetables.  WE each have to find our own way and that can make this seem difficult.  In the past I was so used to having a " diet plan " that spelled everything out for me, what to eat, when to eat, how many calories, etc, etc. Now its more a matter of listening to my own body and believing in its inner wisdom.  I'm not that good at it yet, but like I said this is a process. Keep posting. Sandy

 

I'm new to this group and wondering if there is a " good place " to start learning about how to stop the cycle of emotional eating. It's not just a behavior problem, but because I have IBS I really need to drop 45 lbs and start eating foods that doesn't have an adverse effect on my body. I have been under quite a bit of stress the last several years... and I really need and desire to move forward to resolve my financial and family situation. Eating appears to be of comfort for me, but I still need to stop " the cycle " of eating when I'm not hungry and snacking on foods that aren't completely healthy for me.

Is there a file or article that can jumpstart my program...?

Judy Ann

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Hello JudyIE has many places to start as each of us has different needs. You can only start at the place that you feel drawn to & that is not always the most obvious or healthy place either. IE is a journey, one where weight loss is secondary. You mentioned that you 'need' to stop the cycle, Mindfulness towards food may be a point for you to start as may looking at what you 'want' rather than feel you need?Not sure which book your using, I suggest Intuitive Eating by Tribole & Elyse Resch, although there are many wonderful books out there. Once you have read it, read it again to start digesting it. Pam