Psychology of Weight Loss Tips.

Last night in bed I was reading a back issue of the Woman's Day and I came across these tips.

I must credit psychologist Timothy Sharpe for these.

1.Time your hunger.
Emotional eating is usually a result of sudden hunger brought on by strong emotion. " True hunger is more gradual". Say Dr Sharpe. " Ask yourself if you are truly hungry, and see if you can wait 30 minutes before eating",

2.Think like a slim woman. 
Distract food from your thoughts. Stay busy so you are not constantly thinking about food.

3. Don't deny yourself
The odd cupcake or biscuit is fine as a treat- complete self denial will only set you up for failure. Just remember to eat at the table, measure the treat out and eat only two or 3 treats a week, not 10 -20.


4. Try to be positive
Don't go down the negative route and grumble, " Well, I guess another packet of chips won't matter.... I'm already FAT!" be positive. turn your thought around to, " I ate oe hour ago and this craving will pass".



Also when we are stressed our bodies release something called neuropeptide Y which stimulates fat cells to grow. Also anxiety causes change in our metabolism.

No food stress busters: Exercise, Sex , meditation, playig music, dancing, reading to your kids, some time with your friends, deep breathing, and positive self talk.

Thank you Woman's Day for some useful info!

At the moment I am trying to find some things to diversify my diet I am very, very sick of eggs and tuna!!!