Hi everyone

I'm 22 and I am currently medically over-weight by 5lbs.
I've had food issues since I was a young teen, I liturally switched from starving myself to binge eating in my late teens, so my goal is just to be healthy. I've found that I can't have 'just one' of anything, so I'm trying to gradually cut out all the bad stuff, starting with milk chocolate, take-aways and soft drinks.
Today is my new start, I'm really looking forward to being part of your community.

Hey Emula!

Wishing you success!

I know what you mean about not being able to have 'one of anything'. And it's crazy when you live with people who don't have that issue!
DH has learned not to buy chocolate pudding, LOL. Butterscotch I left alone but chocolate anything -- man, it calls to me!

Take Care!

I found the best way for me to stop my binges was to change the food items that I wouldn't notice much (milk, bread, spreads) and to cut out junk and fizzies-just as you are doing. I still hate vegetables, even though I've been eating them for the last 3 months or more and I've changed all of my other foods to low-fat and sugar-free (I have sugar-free hot chocolate! It tastes almost the same as normal hot chocolate! )

Changing your diet takes time, so don't be disheartened if you have a bad day or week. There is plenty of advice on dieting (such as weight watchers) and there is a support page if you feel you need that extra pick-me-up.

Welcome and good luck on your journey!!