Where has my self-discipline gone?

Oh, I'm getting so frustrated with myself lately. Snacking, snacking, snacking, and not on anything good, either. That's me lately.

Has the chill of the winter sent me into no-no land?

I hope not, because the cold has only just begun.

I've had salmon with veges two times in the last three days to try and keep my meals low calorie at least. But that isn't enough. I really need to curb my cravings for the bad stuff. Tomorrow I'm getting back on the L-glutamine to help me with the willpower, and tomorrow I'm starting to log e v e r y s i n g l e thing that I put in my mouth. No more dilly-dallying. It's time for action, and that means it's time to get serious about making wise choices for my food consumption.

I pray all of you are meeting your goals, and that you're not struggling like I've been lately.

Blessings,

Eileen

Tired and Frustrated...

...is giving me cravings for what I ought not to have right now.

Luckily I hadn't taken my yummy calcium chocolate supplement, so that took care of the urge. It's just a little rectangle of a chewy chocolatey morsel, but it did the trick.

What do you guys do to ward off unwanted cravings when you don't have time to run, walk, or occupy yourself in something that won't allow you to eat the forbidden?

Blessings,

Eileen

Something for Cravings.

Supplements aren't for everyone, but if you decide to try some out you should really consult a physicial or homeopath first, to be sure the products are safe for you. One supplement you may wish to ask about is L-Glutamine. It is a wonderful herbal product that lowers the frequency of cravings and helps you to make good choices.

During the end of my weight loss phase, when I was getting antsy, I started taking three 450mg capsules of L-Glutamine per day. It really helped me to STOP and ponder the consequences of my actions. More often than not, I chose the healthy road, rather than the sweet or salty morsels I originally set out to consume. I took one capsule a half hour to an hour before each meal.

This is more a brain power supplement, than a weight management one. It actually helps your brain to function better, thus allowing you to think your choices through more clearly.

I had heard that to get the best result with this you should actually open the capsule and mix it with water. Swish it around in your mouth so that your saliva mixes with it before swallowing. I took it this way and I really did feel a difference after a few days of consistently taking it. I had less cravings, as I was automatically feeling more positive and wanting to make the healthy choices.

Again, if you are interested in trying this out, please consult your doctor or homeopath and see what they recommend first. They may know of something else that will support you and your weight loss plan even better. If so, please do share it with us.

All the best to you as you work toward the healthier you,

Eileen