[freedom_yes]

I have lost a lot of weight and am continuing to do so, however, when I medicate I sometimes have an almost overwhelming appetite that is a real challenge to keep in line.

I have surrounded myself with lower calorie and lower fat alternatives and that seems to help. For example, I used to eat an entire pint of Ben & Jerry, and now I eat a few fat free fudgesicles, which seem to do the trick now, and they are pretty good. Also, I drink a lot of water before I smoke and that seems to help as well.

Would any of you care to share your solutions or mitigations to the munchies?

Thank you so much.

My technique has always been to smoke before eating a real meal. So for example if I medicate at night, I wait until I'm about to eat dinner. Then after I'm medicated, when I have dinner it has the psychological effect of satisfying the munchies while I'm not actually eating anything extra.

In theory it works pretty well.

The other thing is to throw ALL the stuff out of your house that you shouldn't be eating. Don't even have those cookies or soda around since inevitably they'll get eaten. (Unfortunately in our house this just means we order in. Not good!)

I think the fudgsicles are a good substitute. Ideally you'd give up sugar altogether (it SUCKS for the first few days but gets much easier very quickly) but if you need to have something ice cream-like, it's way better than a pint! I have them around sometimes for exactly that reason but they are dangerous for me when I'm medicated. They seem to...wander off...or something. ;)

[bunkacid]

There is always the ability to exercise one's will power to not satisfy that munchies sensation. I'm sure it's even possible to condition yourself to not get hungry after smoking. The human brain is a wonderful thing.

Eating dinner/breakfast/lunch after you smoke or lower calorie treats are good too if you just need that fix. :)

[freedom_yes]

Thanks for your advice very much.
I realize that many people here smoke to increase their appetite; however, when I posted this question I thought that I would get more replies. This suggests to me that controlling the munchies must be a real challenge to many here.
Love you all!

[Ivy]

What I do, and it's probably not the most healthful tip you'll ever receive is....when the munchies strikes...I will drink a can of diet soda...that usually fills me up. I also tell myself the food will kill the effects of the meds. Hope that helps.

Much love
Ivy

[SubUrban Cowboy]

Well, I use MMJ to stimulate my appetite. But once a year I do need to suppress my appetite, and MMJ helps me through it. But that has nothing to do with your question.

So to answer your question, having good foods around rather than junk food is one way to help. Keep things like bags of baby carrots, unsalted nuts (peanuts, almonds, cashews, pistachio's), yogurt, celery and peanut butter. All of these make great, yummy substitutes for the cookies and snacks we all crave. These foods will have a tendency to fill you up more than sugary foods and are better for you. If you really want cookies or other junk food, but the packs with individual servings. Having only one serving in front of you cuts down on temptation. Without the temptations you will eat less of those junk foods. There is still some will power involved, but it is less. The popsicles are a good idea, single servings of something sweet. The biggest problem with buying a pint of Ben and Jerry's is that once you open it you want to eat as much as you can, if you have only a single serving in front of you, you feel like you ate a whole snack and there is nothing left over to tempt you. I hope this helps a bit.

[420Jen]

I personnally need to stimulate my appetite as well, but I have many friends with your same problem. Like many have said in other replies keeping more healthy foods in your house always seems to help as well as smoking before a meal. That is the only way I can get a meal down sometimes. But when munchies do occur I like to be able to give in a nd have a healthy treat. There are many out there these days. It sucks sometimes but get in the habit of reading labels. Make sure your breads and carbs are made with whole grains. If you eat the right foods your blood sugar will stay at a better level and you will not crave bad foods as much. Hope this helps. :)

[Ff99l1]

Originally Posted by darkintheglow

My technique has always been to smoke before eating a real meal. So for example if I medicate at night, I wait until I'm about to eat dinner. Then after I'm medicated, when I have dinner it has the psychological effect of satisfying the munchies while I'm not actually eating anything extra.

In theory it works pretty well.

The other thing is to throw ALL the stuff out of your house that you shouldn't be eating. Don't even have those cookies or soda around since inevitably they'll get eaten. (Unfortunately in our house this just means we order in. Not good!)

I think the fudgsicles are a good substitute. Ideally you'd give up sugar altogether (it SUCKS for the first few days but gets much easier very quickly) but if you need to have something ice cream-like, it's way better than a pint! I have them around sometimes for exactly that reason but they are dangerous for me when I'm medicated. They seem to...wander off...or something. ;)

I do the same thing smoke before a real meal it works.

[La_Mogwai]

Smoking 1/2 before a real meal is a favorite trick of mine.

If you don't keep junk food snacks in the house, you can't eat them. Trust me - this really works. I only have low cal popcorn, Weight Watchers low-cal (but good!!) ice cream snacks, and baked chips. I STILL screw up plenty, but I know that not even having munchie food around helps.

Also, I get a Costco veggie tray and set it out at times. You can unintentionally fill up on veggies pretty quickly, and that's never really hurt anyone.


Edited to add: Water is more filling (in my experience) than diet soda. Soup is also very filling and can be very low calorie and satisfying.

[PATIENTS AGAINST PAIN]

i would have to agree that medicating before a meal is probably the best. it sort of subsides the munchie effect and you are eating more healthy than if you were to medicate and then just eat the easiest thing to make in your refridgerator, which is usualy unhealthy anyways!

[joeyjojo]

Most "purple" indicas give huge munchies. If i smoke them i eat like crazy at night.

Try eating foods with fiber and protein because they make you feel full. Also, a cup or 2 of green tea is healthy and the caffeine lowers your appetite

[freedom_yes]

Thanks so much. Excellent suggestions.

[Hymie]

A lot of time MMJ actually suppresses my appetite.

Other times, I've noticed that the munchies go away if I'm doing something, like playing basketball, doing yard work, sex or other physical activities.

When I'm just sitting around watching a flick or something, I get the munchies sometimes. Fruit usually fits the bill -- sometimes a bowl of cereal.

Sometimes I just need some salty, crispy things though. Try home made chips -- corn tortillas with olive oil and salt baked in the oven. Eat them warm. So much better than store bought chips and way better for you. They are righteous with home made salsa too.

[chappy ramirez]

I think this is a great idea

[nohogreen]

I also smoke right before meals, smoking after meals is a baaaad idea, at least for me

[Kushism_girl]

Major congrats on the weight loss!!!

I've found that keeping an active lifestyle significantly helps in curbing the munchies for me. 30 minutes of cardio at least 3-5 times a week helps me out psychologically in that it makes me want to eat healthy and less. Water is a VERY good munchie suppressant as well. And if you gotta eat, load up on nutritious fruits and veges. What I also do is, like what everyone else is saying, I smoke right before a meal.

I wish nothing but continued success in weight loss and an all around new healthy lifestyle.

[Papasmurf13]

all excellent ideas ...I usually try and medicate before eating but not always pratical. I try and keep heathly snacks within a arms reach. trail mixes from TJ's as well as dried fruits. freah fruit smoothies work wonders for the infamous munchies ....

"Whats so funny bout peace love and understanding "

Papasmurf-13-

[moriym]

Originally Posted by freedom_yes

I have lost a lot of weight and am continuing to do so, however, when I medicate I sometimes have an almost overwhelming appetite that is a real challenge to keep in line.

I have surrounded myself with lower calorie and lower fat alternatives and that seems to help. For example, I used to eat an entire pint of Ben & Jerry, and now I eat a few fat free fudgesicles, which seem to do the trick now, and they are pretty good. Also, I drink a lot of water before I smoke and that seems to help as well.

Would any of you care to share your solutions or mitigations to the munchies?

Thank you so much.

I keep healthy stuff around.

Apples
Bananas
Sorbet instead of ice cream
Air popped popcorn
Raisin bran cereal I eat dry as a snack
...

[Jamesf]

Originally Posted by nohogreen

I also smoke right before meals, smoking after meals is a baaaad idea, at least for me

lol, i love smoking after meals. After eating I don't have an appetite, so it only makes sense to smoke after. If I smoke at get the muchies, drinking water or chewing gum seems to help alot.

[zackiam_777]

I need help to stop eating sometimes.

[Donkey Slut]

I am the queen of munchie feeding frenzies but I find that a can of soda and a few crackers will make me feel satisfied. Soda for the sweet, and crackers for the salty~!

[lowrdrcrzy]

I like the idea about smoking before dinner. makes a lot of sense.

[itchy23]

This,is,a,constant,battle,for,me,especially,since, im,trying,to,work,out,a,lot
and,keep,my,weight,down.

My,saviors,have,been,fudgesicles,at,around,40,calo ries,per
and,peanut,butter,on,rice,cakes...

[FARMER]

Originally Posted by Donkey Slut

I am the queen of munchie feeding frenzies but I find that a can of soda and a few crackers will make me feel satisfied. Soda for the sweet, and crackers for the salty~!

Actually a nutritionist friend once told me that soda is an appetite suppressor, even ones that's not diet . So having one will definately curb the pangs. Least that's what I've found.

[QueenMAB418]

DITG, you don't have to order out, and I can make Canna Ice cream, people...Hmmm, IF I can find an Ice Cream Maker Machine to use by Wednesday, Thursday at latest, I can bring free Canna Ice Cream to the M&G in Palmdale!!

DITG, I'd love to come by and cook for you!! Seriously, we could work it out.
I need the experience for my line, and I'll supply the talent and menu ideas if you provide gas & raw ingredients, I'd LOVE to come make you a meal of edibles. Sweets AND Savories.

Think about it, this offer open to all patients that can pass through my BS detector!!

LOVE
QM~

Originally Posted by darkintheglow

My technique has always been to smoke before eating a real meal. So for example if I medicate at night, I wait until I'm about to eat dinner. Then after I'm medicated, when I have dinner it has the psychological effect of satisfying the munchies while I'm not actually eating anything extra.

In theory it works pretty well.

The other thing is to throw ALL the stuff out of your house that you shouldn't be eating. Don't even have those cookies or soda around since inevitably they'll get eaten. (Unfortunately in our house this just means we order in. Not good!)

I think the fudgsicles are a good substitute. Ideally you'd give up sugar altogether (it SUCKS for the first few days but gets much easier very quickly) but if you need to have something ice cream-like, it's way better than a pint! I have them around sometimes for exactly that reason but they are dangerous for me when I'm medicated. They seem to...wander off...or something. ;)