Its okay i will put off til tomorrow

[Anonymous]

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Hi, The subject line is a FAMOUS quote of mine. So famous that i let it lead me into gaining the 50 lbs i initially lost on Atkins BACK. I am a complete pathetic emotional eater, the way i see it, if i didn't have emotions, i would have been to goal in no time! I just came across this site today, slow slow day at work and so have spent it trying to get my butt back on track.

When i am offtrack, i utilize my famous quote but find myself constantly saying it until well like now.. i gained back the 50 lbs i lost initially. I know its easy to say -- just don't do it... or find your motivation.. or just say no... but those don't work!!! lol

My downfall is "TOM" i get horrid pms and it completely throws me into talspins of emotion, crying at songs on the radio, heck, i even cry over sitcom comedies.. I also get horridly angry. Which then makes me guilty and then i cry too lol.

So i am dealing with this EVERY month. I don't know what to do, we have been trying to get it under control since i turned 30 and it flared (never had it before then). But it sabotages me EVERY time, and i give up. Oh sure, i know -- don't give up, don't let it rule you -- you can do it -- but lets be real, when it hits... you just don't care.

So, lol, i am now starting this journey again with the determination to get down to half way decent by July. I did really well the first time i did this.. 50 lbs in 3 months (and please no one golden shot mentions as i am trying to stay motivated lol not become discouraged).

The reason for this post is.. how does everyone deal with pms and emotional eating? (sorry guys, this is a female only thing unless you are a gyny) lol. I got this neat scale for my bday that shows weight, body fat AND water %, so when that time comes, i can see where the gaining is coming from.


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Thanks angel

[msnicksmom]

Doing this diet helps you do the diet. My cravings and mood swings got better every month. Also my menu planning got better, and I just didn't have crap around.

I also saw a homeopath. I have had infertility issues and my female and hormonal stuff has always been terrbily messed up. He put me on a remedy that fixed some and made others worse. He put me on a different one that got everything in balance.

Not covered by insurance unfortuately, but you're right, EVERY month having the exact same problems for a whole week really took it's toll on me.

HTH, and hugs to you,
Denise

[Desertthorn]

If you lost 50 pounds on Atkins you know that at the beginning it plays havoc with your estogen levels, but it does level off and get better. I don't know what the answer is, but were here to support you every month if need be. You can come and throw stuff around, and yell and scream and we will all understand. And when your between times, you can help someone else get thru it.
Its like play it forward. Glad you found us and I know that you'll be happy here.