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I struggle to maintain a suitable diet. I lose a couple of pounds and then put them back on. I think the main thing is because I am trying to lose a few pounds on my own so I have joined this site as I have read some of the posts and found them encouraging. I do like eating healthily as I always feel better, I get more 'get up and go' and feel happier. It is mainly later on in the evenings I tend to start snacking, and really I know I shouldn't, so I am going to have more resolve and break the habit!

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Hi I am a sugar fiend myself! One thing that has helped me to break a habit is my life style choices. I use to watch tv all the time and then I would mindlessly snack at the same time. I have always thought watching too much tv cannot be good for you so I made the change to cut back, I use the evening differently filled with talking to friends and family, studying, planning meals and finances. Reading is good for the mind and maybe meditating, although that is something I haven't tried! I now don't snack like I use to or wish for those things in the evening. Good luck to you. p.s I do watch a little tv still!

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Jan666 in reply toJacksonPollock

Well done. That is exactly what I want to do, break the habit. I like reading so I have picked a book to read. I do go on the internet and read lots of articles as well. Stocked up on fruit. First day today, so good so far. I feel positive. Thanks.

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sophie212121 in reply toJan666

and keep that water handy !

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sophie212121

try to plan ahead , slice up cucumber , zucchini, and just a few 8 pretzels

hope that helps

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Jan666 in reply tosophie212121

I agree with you, I have some slices of cucumber, celery and carrot with natural low fat yoghurt and a level teaspoon of mint sauce, it is really refreshing and filling and low in calories.

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Jan666

Yes I have loads of lovely red apples off a tree in an orchard, nobody picks them and they are so sweet. I do like this site as everybody is so nice and positive and encouraging! it is great. Thanks

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sophie212121

yes indeed , this snacking happens in the eve and I have tried evertthing... so I now get apple , cucumbers, pickles , red pepper ready ... with choices!

it is a tough habit , to break, but choose healthy stuff

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Siakin25

I lost 69 lbs on Weight Watchers in last 3 years I've put on 28lbs .

I have lost my way ,lose 7/10 lbs then put on again

Started again to try lose bit before Christmas

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