Water doesn't do the trick.

[Br0k3n]

I've heard from tons of people, books, etc...that when you "think" you're hungry, or when you get dry/cottonmouth, you're actually "thirsty", and that you should pound the water. Well I try to do that, and try to chug tons of water for general purpose, but I'm still always hungry, and not satisfied by all of the water. I love water, so it's not something I'll be giving up, but just looking for any advice. I'm 6'7", 300lbs. I sit at a desk, doing fun IT stuff all day. I bought an elliptical (sp?) machine at home, and spluged on it, so I pray that helps, because I like to get on there, but what else can I do to curb my appetite? I don't really like vegetables, and the fat free/low fat foods are NASTY from what I've had. Sorry this is a bunch of jarbled thoughts, but I just needed to reach out somewhere. I've prayed about it for years, but don't feel pushed/pulled into any direction with this.

 

[madison1101]

I understand what you are talking about. How often and how long do you do the elliptical? The more you use it, you will get the endorphins going in your brain and that should help suppress the appetite a little.

Second, what kind of diet are you trying to follow? I have been put on a diabetic diet, which means smaller meals, but more of them. Healthy snacks, like fruit, cheese and crackers, peanut butter on celery, stuff like that between normal meal times, but those meals are smaller. I also use healthy diet shakes between meals, I get them from my chiropractor.

Keep trying. It will get better.

Trish

 

[goldenviolet]

hello! the water trick is suppose to be with a snack. or right before a meal. in the inbetween times if water doesn't help, perhaps tea, or juice?

i know people who are disabled and can't physically excersize. there is a way you can get your heart rate up, and potentially help calories burn right there at your desk with breathing. breathing in very deeply through your nose, and out through your mouth. i'm not sure of the time pattern, but i have tried it. it makes you feel good. also, taking walks at your breaks and before you eat your lunch may help alot. i pray that you see the lovely, handsome man, that God created. so you can enjoy food, enjoy yourself, and feel comforable with who you are.

PS

if you can join a gym or YMCA, swimming is the best form of excerize.