Don't Worry, You're Not Going to Starve

Don't Worry, You're Not Going to Starve

By Jennifer Gruenemay, ACE-Certified, LifeScript Staff Writer
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Believe it or not, going hungry is one of the most common fears dieters face. “If I don’t eat the whole sandwich, I know I’ll be hungry in about an hour. And since I’ll be stuck in that meeting, I’d better eat the whole thing now, even though I’m not really hungry for it.” Sound familiar? If this is you, it’s time to get realistic. A little hunger is nothing to be afraid of. But if you’re convinced you can’t deal with the pangs of “starvation,” then heed this advice: Carry a granola bar (or dried fruit, nuts or another healthy snack) in your bag, purse, glove box, and/or briefcase. Then you’ll have no excuse for overeating when you’re not really hungry for more – you’ll know you have a hunger-calming, healthy snack at your fingertips whenever you need it. Having backup is always a good plan!