Healthy Tip of the Week:   

 By Lizzie Fuhr 

 If you often feel uncomfortably full after a meal, it's time to make a change. Tackle your overeating issues for good by getting honest and asking yourself if any of these habits are holding you back from having a healthy relationship with food.  

1. You Skip Breakfast

Skipping breakfast may seem like a great way to save calories, but when you head to your next meal, you'll be far more likely to gorge yourself on whatever is in sight. If you never seem to have time to cook a healthy breakfast, plan ahead and cook a healthy breakfast.  

2. You Eat by a Screen  

Always chowing down in front of the TV or computer causes most people to overeat since they're not connected to the activity of eating. When your mind is deep in the plot of your show or all those emails, there's no time to focus on food. Designate mealtimes for just that, meals. The TV will still be there once you're done.  

3. You Don't Practice Portion Control  

Don't count a single indulgence as an excuse to throw all caution to the wind. Either order a limited amount of food, be mindful about how you're feeling as you eat, or throw away leftovers. Hopefully you have enough self-control to take a step back and say no to that second enormous slice of pizza, but do whatever works for your needs.  

4. You Equate Hunger and Thirst

Many people confuse the sensation of thirst for hunger. If you've recently eating and you're feeling unsatisfied, try drinking water and waiting 20 to 30 minutes to see if you're still hungry. 

5. You Eat For Your Partner's Needs

When your partner isn't concerned about overeating habits, it can be hard to stay on track when you cook and eat together. It may be time to start making different meals.  

6. Your Plates and Bowls Are Too Big

Did you know that the size of your plate or bowl can lead to overeating? When there's more space on your plate or in your bowl, it makes your portion appear smaller than it actually is. Instead of piling more food on your plate, reach for smaller plates and smaller bowls whenever possible. When cooking at home, keep measuring cups and spoons on hand to make sure your serving sizes are appropriate; this way, you'll know exactly what you're getting.  

7. You Indulge With a Side of Guilt

Anyone who thinks that feeling bad after indulging will somehow make you healthier might be surprised to learn that it's just the opposite. In fact, you'll be more likely to overeat.  

8. You Never Snack

Unfortunately, some people think that all snacks are bad. It's important to realize that snacking can help you reach your healthy goals, as long as you go into it with a health perspective. Your pre- and post-workout snacks fuel your body with the nutrients it needs, and enjoying healthy snacks between meals can help you from overeating.  

9. You Overdo It After a Workout

Once you finish a tough workout, don't use it as an excuse to overindulge in a big decadent treat. Unless it's mealtime, your average post-workout snack should be about 150 calories. If it's time for dinner, try a quick and healthy post-workout meal. When you have something waiting for you at home, you won't be as tempted to head to a drive-through.  

10. It's Just Emotional

If you tend to self-soothe with food, you're not alone. Chowing down on a heaping helping of comfort food may seem like a quick fix when you're feeling stressed or blue, but you're only doing your body injustice. The next time you head for a snack, honestly ask yourself, "Am I hungry?" It seems so simple, but these three words make a world of difference in taking stock of your overeating habits.  

Source: http://www.fitsugar.com/Reasons-You-Overeat-31042434?ref=33555533#opening-slide?cm_sp=POPSUGARFitness-_-content-weightloss-_-reasonsyouovereat