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Taste Your Craving, Then Pause

Set a Pause Point for Cravings

By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com

Updated: March 01, 2007

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Saying 'no' to cravings just makes you want them more. The trick is to learn to stop after a few bites. Next time you get a craving, allow yourself a certain small number of bites of the food that you desire. This is your 'pause point.' Once your reach your 'pause point,' stop eating and assess whether you are still craving the food or are just mindlessly eating it. Take this time to put the snack away and see if you can stop the impulse.

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