Sneak Eating

Are you a sneak eater?

A lot of people are, here are some of the symptoms:

• Rearranging items such as cookies in a box, so it looks like none have been taken.

• Hiding wrappers or packaging at the bottom of the garbage.

• Hiding food at work or at home.

• Indulging by eating out, alone, where nobody will see.

Pamela Peeke, author of Fit to Live, has some suggestions on how to stomp out sneak eating. She says learning to savor food BEFORE sneaking it is the first step. If you're tempted to sneak, remind yourself that savoring each bite will slow you down, and you'll feel much more satisfied with less guilt. Be honest with yourself and keep a journal of when and what you eat. Sneak eating is often associated with underlying issues, so don't rule out seeking professional help in order to change the behavior.