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Understanding why and when your cravings occur can actually help you manage your weight.

Tips for Dealing with Cravings

Know the Beast.

Identify your cravings. At what time of the day do you usually develop them? Cravings often rise from our emotions, so being aware of the connection between your mind and body is an important step. If you often crave ice cream when you are feeling depressed, it may be more beneficial to focus on your emotions than to dive into the freezer. If you raid the vending machine at work when you are bored or tired, try taking a quick walk or calling a friend instead.

Secret to Success: Keep A Mood Journal.

Record the time, quantity and type of food, as well as your emotions before, during and after you eat. It will allow you to see and better understand your own personal patterns!

Stay True to Your Plan.

Be sure that you are following the proper Slim-Fast^® 3•2•1^TM Plan for your current weight. Your personalized plan will include 3 snacks, 2 meal replacements and 1 balanced meal each day. Don't skip them! Cravings can occur from hunger.

Find Healthy Substitutes.

Determine what kind of food you are craving, and think of other healthier options. Having a craving for sweets? Try yogurt, fruit or sugar-free pudding for a snack alternative. Need something crunchy? Chomp on a serving of fat-free popcorn, or pretzels. Drooling for chocolate? Make some fat-free hot cocoa with water or grab a Slim-Fast^® snack bar.

Many Cravings Fade Within 5 To 15 Minutes.

If your craving has not subsided within this time period, it may be more beneficial to eat a small amount of the food you are craving than to eat a larger (and unplanned!) portion later on in the day.

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