Reasons You're Cheating on Your Diet…

A lot of the problems stem from emotional eating, whether it is stress, over worked, disappointment, reliving a trauma or having financial difficulties, you just want to turn to the foods that comfort you!  Some people turn to the salty and others like me turn to the sugary!

The solution's all in your head  - putting a stop to emotional eating is all about becoming more mindful--paying attention to what's going on both in your stomach and in your mind. So next time you're having a late-night craving and find yourself overcome by the desire to eat everything in front of you, take a deep breath and assess your mental state. Ask yourself if you're eating because you're hungry, or because you're tired, angry, disappointed, overwhelmed, sad, or anxious. If it's a mental thing, take a moment to think about how food is only a temporary fix, and one that's likely to make you feel even worse later. Close the fridge and give yourself a pep talk.  Remind yourself that you have gotten through many tough times in the pas. Become your own good parent. If you're still craving something salty or sweet, eat it. But chances are that once you calm down and start thinking positive thoughts, junk food won't be as appealing.