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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Positive self talk helps me.

The saying "if you drop one egg from a carton do you just throw the rest on the floor? No!" is something I tell myself often. [/quote]

The egg saying is great, PP! I'm going to use that. I also like "the goal is progress, not perfection."

OP, this is a really common mentality and nearly all the weight loss programs address it (seems like I've been on all of them, LOL). If you can afford it, I really recommend getting with a professional of some kind -- weight loss coach, nutritionist, therapist -- who can help you with the mental part of this. You are heading for an eating disorder, otherwise.

Most expertrs and weight loss programs emphasize that there are no good and bad foods. You need a daily menu that has everything in moderation, including treats. You might cut something out for 2 weeks to "reset a habit" or test for food intolerance, but you don't cut it out of your life forever. Moderation in all things is healthy and sustainable.

Also, you need protein and healthy fats to feel full: no wonder you are hungry on what little protein and fat you are eating!  I am working with a weight loss clinic and they have me eating 3 meals and 2 snacks, trying to get 80 grams of protein daily. That means eggs, low-fat cheese, lean meats, nuts and nutbutter, as well as veggies and high-fiber carbs. I usually have a chocolate protein shake and a square of low sugar dark chocolate somewhere in the day.

Finally, if you are a healthy weight with a gut, that may be either a food intolerance or a hormone thing. Weight loss will not address these.[/quote]

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