Control binge-eating from day one
I have always been a disciplined and a very discriminating eater, thanks to the way my mother raised me. However, I have also had my weak moments, and still do, sometimes…
There are many who eat whatever comes their way at any time, without being aware of what they are doing. You are here because you can see that you have an issue - and that’s a great starting point.
These guidelines are for everyone, whether you are overweight or not - remember, just because you are not ‘fat’ does not mean you don’t need to become disciplined and discriminating towards food.
General principles:
- Don’t keep junk food at home - you can’t eat what’s not available. Don’t go shopping when you are hungry!
- Simply don’t eat any food from outside - eat only home-made food. Highly processed food creates massive disturbances in your body chemistry - and will make you go hunting for more soon.
- Start your day with lots of organic nuts (almonds soaked overnight (and peeled), walnuts, cashews). Have as many as you like, whenever you feel like eating something.
- Have a big portion of pulses (dals) or paneer or any vegetable for lunch, along with a big portion of salad (it should be about 50-50). Have some home-made curds - store bought plain organic yogurt is a compromise, but still better than nothing.
- Always have (seasonal and local) fruit at home. Eat it - I usually have it around 10 am and 4 pm.
- Get early morning sunlight and spend at least two hours outdoors every day with your bare feet on the ground.
- Have 1 tablespoon of ghee in the morning and 1 tablespoon around midday. You will feel a remarkable change - your body will not ask to be fed at random times.
Track how much, what and when you eat for one month - and share your experiences in the comment section below.