[Vilandra485]

For a long time now I've been having problems with certain foods sending me into an all out binge, during the last year it has been the worst. I was having a greasy fast food meal 3-4 times a week, along with chips, chocolate, etc. But I didn't *want* these things, they had a mental hold on me. After a (embarrasing) breakdown and confessional to my fiance we both decided it was best for me (not for everyone tho) if I was to *totally* ban these foods. I had lost 10 pounds in 5 weeks by counting cals - but letting myself have some junk as long as I counted it, but now it's day 20 of my NEW start over, and my NSV is that I haven't had ANY (not even a nibble!) of junk - including my trigger foods! I was on the bus with my fiance yesterday, as it stopped outside a McDonalds, and I didn't care....a month ago I wouldv'e gotten off right there ordered a meal, and something to take home. ( Embarrasing, I know...) But I wasn't even bothered by it - at all!! And this is huge for me, esp. after 20 days of not having anything. But even though there is a risk of binging by depriving myself, I can't let myself give in at all, it's just the way my mind works, "just a bite" has never been an option for me. But luckly I've FINALLY noticed that, and with the continued support of my fiance (and my now clear mind) I know I can hold out. My mind no longer screams out for my trigger foods, I feel like I've broken some mental chains, I don't feel dependant on food anymore. I've stuck with my calories everyday so far - all good foods, too! Even though I say "it's day 20" this isn't something I'm only trying to do for a little while, I'm hoping soon my body will notice how much better it is with better foods and not scream at me for the bad ones. I'm just taking it as it comes, day by day, minute by minute. Here's hoping I can continue to release myself from the hold food has had on me!

Hope that wasn't TMI.

Melissa W.

[Misti in Seattle]

Good for you! Congratulations!! I can relate as I pretty much stay completely away from junk too as "little bits" just make me want more. I am proud of you... keep up the good work!!

[Jtjoray]

Congrats...you have more will power then me! WTG

[lilybelle]

Congratulations. I have had to just completely give up my trigger foods too and feel this makes it easier on me. Good luck with your weight loss journey. Wishing you the best.

[Vilandra485]

Thanks for all the kind words everyone.

[Rosario]

Congratulations!! I know controlling your food problems are always the hardest to overcome. You're on you way!! Keep it up!!!