Are My Food Cravings a Problem?

How do I know if my Food Cravings are a Problem?

Some food cravings are not a problem. How does one know the difference when it comes to food cravings?

Various studies estimate that roughly 90% of the U.S. population experiences food cravings, and cravings are more common in those that diet. However, not all food cravings are problematic. The only person that knows if it's a problem is YOU. Here are some things to ask yourself:

1. Do I have a hard time stopping once I start eating certain foods?
2. Do I have to keep certain foods out of my house, so I don't overeat?
3. Do I think too much about eating or not eating?
4. Do I try to eat well, and end up giving into my cravings anyways?
5. Do I wish I had more willpower with certain foods?
6. Do I feel bad about myself when I overeat?
   

If you answered YES to any of these questions, you may be in store for some more peace and ease with food. So, what kind of cravings are not problematic?

Those that don't negatively impact your health and well-being.

Here are two examples:

1. A friend of mine who is very athletic craves pasta. This craving doesn't bother him, as he enjoys eating pasta and figures he'll burn it off and needs the carbohydrate fuel. If he stopped exercising, didn't reduce his intake, and started gaining weight, this may start to be a problem. Currently, it does not bother him.
   
2. Another example is, I have a desire for chocolate every so often. When this happens, I can decide if I want some or not. I'm able to pass on it without a problem if there's no chocolate around. I don't have to drive to the store if I don't have any. If I eat some, I enjoy it, it's easy to stop, and I'm not compelled to overdo. This craving is not a problem for me.
   

So, I encourage you to ask yourself if you have cravings that bother you? Or, are you happy with the way you eat and behave around food? I hope it's the latter. However, if your cravings bother you, please contact me. I use a technique that can bring you quick relief from your food cravings.

Thanks for reading!

Kara@TheFoodCravingSolution.com
www.TheFoodCravingSolution.com

What is a Food Craving? What can be done for them?

What is a Food Craving?

I am often asked this question. When I offer a description, most people can relate to it, because Food Cravings are so common. 

Here's a definition of Food Cravings from Wikipedia:

'A food craving is an intense desire to consume a particular food, as opposed to food in general. Food cravings are especially common in people following structured diet plans, and often interfere with the best of intentions to adhere to a particular style of eating.'

Commonly, along with that intense desire is an internal struggle that some people find very distracting. This can be felt mentally, physically, or both and  can exist regardless of whether or not the craving is satisfied. If the food is avoided, thoughts about the food can continue on for hours. If the craving is indulged, feelings of regret and guilt can ensue. Some of my patients have described this as a battle, and it's a battle they don't see winning.

What can be done for Food Cravings?

This is the question I don't get asked very often, as most people think that they just have to live with this. What if that battle could end and be replaced by a sense of peace and satisfaction? I've seen it happen many times, with a few simple steps. What if the cycle of craving could change quickly, and the treatment didn't require repeating? Giving up a Food Craving doesn't mean giving up a favorite food or the enjoyment of it, just the craving.

If you'd like more information on how I help my patients let go of their Food Cravings, please contact me, I would enjoy hearing from you!

kara@thefoodcravingsolution.com

www.thefoodcravingsolution.com