Members of MyObesityTeam often talk about the challenges they face with changing eating habits. For some, making healthier food choices or eating smaller portions is part of the challenge. Others turn to food when they are bored, depressed, or just out of habit.

On MyObesityTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with obesity, members talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles. Feeling the need to eat constantly is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.

Here are a few question-and-answer threads about trying to break the desire to eat:

• I’m having a terrible time with not being able to stop eating. Please tell me what you’ve done to stop the constant picking at food.
• I eat when I am bored, I eat when I am tired, I eat when I am frustrated. I am constantly eating for reasons other than hunger. How do I stop?
• I was doing well for weeks then one slip up. Why is it so hard to get back on track?

Here are some conversations about breaking the constant need to eat:

• I am so tired of food managing my life. I am hoping to find some encouragement here.
• I can do it. I am challenging myself to a better me. I declare war on my fat...
• I still have urges to eat, but here’s how I try to alleviate those urges…

Can you relate?

Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyObesityTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.

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