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Breaking the cycle

Ribann50

Ribann50

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Hi folks
Can anyone help me break my vicious cycle?
1. Stress > chocolate and other rubbish food
2. Chocolate and other rubbish > contributed to Type 2 diabetes
3. Type 2 diabetes > stress
4. Stress > ............?

It sounds pathetic but I need a new stress buster and nothing does it like chocolate.

I have every reason to stop eating rubbish, including my husband recently losing a toe and part of his foot thanks to type 1 diabetes. Caring for him post op has been adding to my stress and consequently, even with taking Metformin, my blood glucose is higher now than it was when I was first diagnosed 2 years ago. I'm spiralling downwards and don't know how to stop. HELP :(

RCBann
 
hi, get a hammer, then each time you fancy a piece of chocolate hit your toe with the hammer really hard

then you can hit my toe with the same hammer every time i fancy a bit
 
RCBann51 said:
Hi folks
Can anyone help me break my vicious cycle?
1. Stress > chocolate and other rubbish food
2. Chocolate and other rubbish > contributed to Type 2 diabetes
3. Type 2 diabetes > stress
4. Stress > ............?

It sounds pathetic but I need a new stress buster and nothing does it like chocolate.

I have every reason to stop eating rubbish, including my husband recently losing a toe and part of his foot thanks to type 1 diabetes. Caring for him post op has been adding to my stress and consequently, even with taking Metformin, my blood glucose is higher now than it was when I was first diagnosed 2 years ago. I'm spiralling downwards and don't know how to stop. HELP :(

RCBann
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Hi and welcome to the forum.
Please do not think that we are all judgemental and have no respect for people seeking support.

There may be other stressors in your life that are contributing to your "addiction" and it could be that you are suffering from anxiety and/or depression. It might be worth taking this test and showing the results to your G.P.
http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/interactive/ ... ldberg.php

Have you tried waiting 15 minutes before eating the chocolate or junk food? Most cravings disappear after 15 minutes if you do something constructive during that time. Try walking round the block, phoning a friend, having a bath etc....

What happens if you do not buy the chocolate, do you become anxious and go and get some or can you cope without it?

I have never suffered from this type of problem but I do have a treat once a week and look forward to it. Could this be your answer?

I hope someone comes along who has been where you are now to tell you how they coped.

Take care,

CC.
 
Had to reply to your post as I imagine previous responses may have added to your distress. However, I just lost the Reply I wrote, as I went off to look at your profile. When I returned to finish my Reply, it had disappeared! Sorry.

So, will just reply quickly now.

Briefly, it sounds like you have a real psychological problem and being told to "pull your socks up" won't help. You're individual and none of us know your life and mind and can't judge. Yes, intellectually you're abusing yourself and acting illogically. But addictions are very real/physical. Well done for opening up about it.

Don't put yourself down for it, but work positively to try to do something about your situation (and you've already started by looking for help here).

Don't have time now to try to reproduce all of my original reply now. If this is at all helpful, say so and I'll try to offer some suggestions if you want.

Keep going and well done for bringing problem here.

Jane.
 
Hi, I buy 90% cocoa chocolate from Tesco. Just one small piece allowed to dissolve slowly is enough to pacify the craving. As time has gone on the cravings have got less. The bar of chocolate can now sit for weeks in the fridge but it is comforting to know it is there.
 
Thank you to the genuine people who chose to respond, it has restored my faith somewhat. Those first two responses really upset me when I was already feeling pretty worthless.

I think you're right, it is a genuine addiction and I need to think of it as such. I need to look after myself so that I can look after my husband.

Thanks for the moral support.

And for Mr 12345, if you can't say anything nice - say nothing at all.
 
Nice to meet you, needing chocolate is awful, the feeling and need, I have got used to 70% plus chocolate and like others keep it for a treat! I do love a few fat free crisps though....all in moderation for me....
Stress is awful and very individual, sorry you have been through such a bad time. Please don't think this site is uncaring, I thought it was when I joined earlier on this year, now I found some familiar names and supportive members, but rise above individuals who can't offer support, they should not be answering your post...
You look after yourself and stay positive....best wishes Kat x
 
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