Posted by Noa on May 5, 2000, at 17:00:30
In reply to Re: now, now, Lisa...(we are what we think we are), posted by M on May 5, 2000, at 10:24:29
I think research is beginning to emerge showing that carbo craving and obesity associated with depression is not at all an issue of behavior or will power, but a physiological problem. Something about serotonin production?
Maybe a consult with an endocrinologist is in order.
I agree with others that you should stay away from thinking weight loss, and head in the direction of learning to read your body's signals. Hunger and craving aren't always the same, and it is good to learn to be aware of whether eating something you crave actually satisfies the need. Also, I have found that if you think in terms of "forbidden foods", it can perpetuate the feeling that foods are calling out your name and you can't resist. When you have ample supplies of the foods you crave, sometimes the feeling of deprivation goes away.
Overcoming Overeating by Jane Hirschman is a good book.
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