Tag Archive | Fresh Air

Walk Away From Your Food Addiction

Nov18

Today was anything but a walk in the park. It was no doubt one of the most stressful days I’ve had in a month.

But it was gorgeous outside, so I decided to go for a walk, away from the stress that clouded my day. So out into the Florida weather I went, and off to the park.

I haven’t treated myself to a walk in the park since the time change when the closest park began closing at 6:30 instead of 8:30.

Today I was out walking at 4:30 PM, thinking about how nice it was to feel my energy renewed by outdoor exercise rather than just an afternoon snack that would carry me over until dinner but not give me the boost that walking provides.

Food addictions don’t always leave you. Sometimes you have to leave them. The simple act of walking out in the fresh air can mean walking away from your food addiction, even if only temporarily.

Food, Feelings, and Holidays

Nov14

The holidays are just around the corner. There will be a lot of eating going on between now and the first of the year.

So what kind of advice will you be listening to this time around? Whatever it is, try not to take it too seriously.

Of all the times to worry about overeating, the holidays are not the time. They are meant to be happy times and there is always food.

You can’t escape it so you might as well relax and enjoy the food, festivities, and the feelings that the holiday season brings.

Remember, food addictions make you stuff down feelings. While the holidays can be stressful, there is no need to favor the stress over the joy of the season.

What can you do? Besides eat, that is. Having some fun is always a good idea. Get some extra rest, relax with a holiday movie. There are quite a few good ones and many are on TV now.

Cook or bake something. Your house will smell spicy and warm. You won’t have to worry about all the extra sugar and fat because all the best recipes don’t require all that junk. And there’s nothing like homemade cookies, pies, and breads.

Get to sleep early or take naps. Don’t let fatigue trick you into eating when you are actually sleepy and not really hungry.

Laugh as much as possible. It’s great for the stomach muscles. Check out fat blockers and enzymes at the health food store to help you deal with the richer foods.

Drink plenty of water. Get outside in the fresh air. Walk, jog, play on the swings in the park. Do something. Do everything but think about food addictions and emotional eating, and how much weight you have to lose.

Most of all, be happy. Everyone can think of something to be grateful for and happy about. Everyone. And nobody ever stuffs down happiness.