Is there a dish filled with candy on your desk? Perhaps a jar filled with cookies on your kitchen counter? Or a bowl filled with fruit on your dining room table? Seeing food on display can trigger your desire to eat. You may find yourself reaching for food, even when you aren't hungry. It's OK to eat sometimes just because you enjoy the taste of food, but if you are overeating, then consider eliminating the visual triggers. Use opaque containers for food storage, or better yet, put the food somewhere less visible. Keep the candy a drawer, put the cookies in a cupboard, keep fruit in the refrigerator or pantry. Place an arrangement of flowers, candles or photos on display instead, and enjoy these non-food treats!
©2010 by "Dr. Dorie" McCubbrey, M.S.Ed., Ph.D. – Eating Disorder & Obesity Treatment Specialist – Denver, Colorado
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