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Ok, so how did my 'paying attention to hunger' go ???
Well, ate bkfst a little earlier than normal, by about 1/2 hr. *8:30am
then went until 12:30 before even thinking about food.
saw the clock, and thought oh, it's lunch time... but then I thought - wow, not really hungry yet.... now it's time to pay attention, and see what happens... somewhere around 1:30pm decided I was ready to eat.
had a small lunch, and did not over eat. Ate rather slowly, and enjoyed it, but didn't serve myself alot to begin with... (figured I could have more if I wanted to...but didn't want to.)
then went on to not notice any hunger AT ALL until about 6:00pm - made leftovers for my mom and husband, and a decent salad (2 cups) along w/ a meaty pork spare rib. (the big ones w/ the bone in). I am feeling very full...not stuffed, but definitely a little too much.
Would like to get thru the night without looking to munch or snack... Didn't snack last night and I liked the way I felt when I woke up this morning. I felt terrific! And I slept really well last night.
Will continue this experiment over the weekend.
Hope you guys are all well. Much Love.
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You probably already know alot of the things you can have to snack on that will help you. Recently someone told me about deviled eggs. Anyhow I feel a little funny giving advice to a seasoned Atkins person but thought that this might help. You are one of my role models my friend. Love ya!
25 Feb 11 by member: Cindy Thompson
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Cindy - it's not that I don't know WHAT to snack on... I just don't want to 'overeat'. I am trying to notice my body's signals for feeling satisfied, versus real hunger. If I really feel hungry, I will have something. But if not...I liked how I felt when I woke up this morning. Not overly concerned about the weight at the moment. Just experimenting to see if I can tame my habits of 'overeating' portion wise. I always felt over-full after most meals. I don't want to continue that. Much Love to you too! Have a great weekend!!
25 Feb 11 by member: jsfantome
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Sorry about that...I must have misunderstood. You are a very wise lady. We all should listen to our bodies when they aren't hungry. Have a great evening my friend.
25 Feb 11 by member: Cindy Thompson
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This is very much what I've been doing. I am enjoying noticing the hunger signal and how well it works. Next I will work on the "fullness" signal :)
25 Feb 11 by member: k8yk
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Paula, once you are tuned into your body, it can be quite natural to follow. Great experiment for you!:)
25 Feb 11 by member: happynow
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feels good, huh?! glad you're listening :)
26 Feb 11 by member: sophie99
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Been so lost in what (and what not) to eat - never though about listening to what my body might be telling me. Please keep sharing your journals.
PS - Love your new Avatar.
26 Feb 11 by member: BuffyBear
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I was just saying to a coworker that I hadn't been hungry last week. But I followed social cues to eating my lunch- when everyone else ate, I ate. I also have read a lot of people advise to eat small meals or not to go stretches without eating. So, I figured it was a good idea. I am a little confused... do I follow my body or do I risk going into starvation mode which will reduce my metabolism? I don't know. Maybe I should just give it a try as well.
26 Feb 11 by member: Jadea
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This has become easier for me to follow but before it was more about listening to my hunger and stopping when I was full. Now its more about eating to fuel my workouts... Hunger is pretty much in control right now and have found I get hungry every 5-6 hours for my bigger meals and between its usually a snack.
Awesome on experiement buddy.
26 Feb 11 by member: gizmonel
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