This is a must! I have learned so much about why I eat what I do and under what circumstances. I always thought I didn't need a reason to eat badly, but I know that most of the time my poor eating habits are out of sadness, stress or some other emotional experience.
You must be totally honest with your food log. I learned this the hard way and discovered that I think I was ashamed of what I ate, or felt guilty and also didn't want to disappoint those that were helping me. I've learned that I don't have to be ashamed or feel guilty. If there is a special occasion where food will be served, plan for it. On the day of the special occasion, eat some fruit, a banana, some bran cereal. Then drink plenty of low calories fluids. When choosing foods to eat, at those special events, be choosy selecting 1 or 2 "goodies" then fill your plate with vegetables, and fruits. Be careful with the dips and sauces as they may be fat laddened...always choose fat free or low fat dressings when possible.
Lastly enjoy yourself and remember tomorrow is a new day for choosing healthy foods. See you next time. Nicki
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