[Pining_4_TX]

I tend to agree, but after a while my cravings for carbs overwhelm me and I give up. It’s very disheartening.

[mamelukesabre]

yeah and a drug addict craves drugs so what’s your point?

[gleeaikin]

So just indulge once in a while then go back to the diet. This winter when I would go to a holiday dinner or supper party, I would enjoy what was there, but the next day eat very little, drink tea and a little soup and in 2 days my weight would be back to the preindulgence weight.

[I see my hands]

You have cravings? So what? Don't eat so much. You get overwhelmed? So what? Don't eat so much. It's okay to be hungry, get into it.

And when you do pig out don't be stupid and be disheartened. It is fun to stuff your face, enjoy it. Sheesh!

[goodnesswins]

Well...when that happens (craving for carbs) have cheese or butter or something like that....sounds counterintuitive...but it works lots of times for me (NOT always...LOL)

[BlackVeil]

Try to increase your level of exercise. Also, when wanting carbs - take a few in a measured, moderate way. Don’t be disheartened, you can succeed and lighten up physically.