Confession: I’m an emotional eater.
That’s right. You heard me- As much as I am into health and nutrition I sometimes still turn to food as my best friend. I’m currently reading Brad Lamm’s new book, “Just 10 pounds.” Brad is a regular contributor to the Dr. Oz show and in this book he offers a quiz to test if you an emotional eater. Although I scored rather high I found out that most of us are emotional eaters!
How can we change this?!
Here’s some of the steps I take when I’m working with my clients.
– Journaling WHAT they are eating and HOW they feel when they are eating. (No judgment! The most common time people eat out of boredom is between 7pm-10pm) After they journal I set up a consultation with them to go over their lifestyle habits.
– A lot of craving come from not eating properly. Eating a nutritionally dense breakfast will start your day off right and help you avoid the emotional ups and downs that sugar cravings create. I recommend starting your day off with a Shaklee Cinch shake (not only are these packed with everything you need they taste AMAZING- like a milk shake that’s actually good for you!)
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–Set yourself up for success:: I know you love them but AVOID the sugary beverages (chai, latte, cappuccinos, etc) first thing in the morning. This will put your body off balance. You will feel really great for about an hour but once the sugar rush goes away you’ll ‘need’ and crave more sugary items. ( Instead the Cinch shake taste just as good but is well rounded to keep you full and on top of your game!)
– Create a life you are excited about. What do you love to do?! Emotional eating is out of boredom a lot of the time. Instead of sitting in front of the tv with your bag of popcorn you should be active and find groups you want to join! Being with other people and sharing common interest will give you a natural high instead of a sugar high.
–Exercise. When you are active and moving you can’t grab for food and you release endorphins which create a natural high. This doesn’t mean having to run for 30 minutes at a gym. This means doing what you enjoy (dancing, yoga, walking, etc) preferably with friends!
– Sleep. What are your sleeping habits?! Before going to bed at night it is important to work with the rhythm of your body. Your body is getting ready to rest and restore but eating that bedtime snack perks your body up and hinders it from going into this cycle. I suggest using a Shaklee Stress Relieve Complex before you go to bed. This product helps your body relax and restores your regular sleeping cycle.
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If you have any questions or for more tips email me at dianamaltz@gmail.com
And Don’t forget about my Event! ‘Bring your Rhythm back’ Sunday, January 30th and learn how small incremental changes can bring Zest back into your life! There also be some great FREE treats!
For more information about this event Check out this Invite
Cheers!
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