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The 24 Hour Rule

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This rule goes for not only cravings but truly anything like reacting quickly to a boss, friend, etc. Give yourself 24 hours before doing anything you might regret. This applies to that must have food craving to over-reacting to your boss/spouse. This rule stops you from being impulsive.

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The 24 hr. rule means I will give it one day. If I'm still having that craving then I will plan my meals/exercise accordingly, plus tell someone. Usually, that craving goes away. This rule also applies to reacting to someone that can have negative consequences.

- Submitted by KCR477 8/9/2010 in Everything Else | 2 Comments

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24 hour rule

If I want to eat something that is not a part of my plan, I wait 24 hours. If I still want it, I allow/plan for it in the next day's meal plan. Usually, by the next day, I've forgotten about it but if not I can still have it (planned) the next day. I never feel deprived while staying in control.

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This is a great way to combat food cravings and night time or emotional eating....

- Submitted by KATEMI 8/9/2010 | 0 Comments | View Secret

Eat protein at breakfast

Eating 30 grams of protein within 3 hrs. of waking up in the morning burns fat for 24 hours....4

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Keeps you fuller throughout the day and decreases your chances of binge eating later...

- Submitted by NLDAVIS2 8/9/2010 | 5 Comments | View Secret

Motivation

Every day give your self a "Pep" talk...I say....I am going to give my self 24 hours of healthy eating and exercise....30

- Submitted by TAZZGIRL57 8/9/2010 | 2 Comments | View Secret

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