BodyBuilder Reacts To TikTok Fat Acceptance KelsJounney Using Recovery As Excuse To Eat Unhealthy?

[@marriedtomyanxiety]

BED isn't really about cravings. It's using food as a coping mechanism. That's why they teach us to pay attention to how we're feeling around the urges to eat. A binge can be any food, any quantity. It can be eating a whole loaf of bread or a package of sugar free candy. It's all about the mental.

[@tigertalks1567]

Go tell Tammy lemon that that's what I've been trying to tell her, she only binges on highly palatable specific things like Ben & Jerry's that's not binge eating disorder

[@snickerdoodle4067]

I agree! Sadly, I binged half an hour ago cause university and finals are stressful af.. but the binge was a bowl of cereal so I guess it is not too bad. It is absolutely due to the stress I'm under these days...

[@MarieM-ui4bu]

The only one thing that helps me with binge is OMAD. Your insulin spikes have such a great influence on binge cravings! But not a single obese influencer wants to hear a thing about fasting or feeling hungry... They all praise slow&steady path.

[@gradskooler7308]

@@tigertalks1567 I don't know if Tammy qualifies for BED on it's own since she uses compensatory behaviors to make up for having eaten the calories. I believe that qualifies it as a form of bulimia. It's complicated.

[@scf7334]

@@snickerdoodle4067 I’m not trying to minimize your experience, but respectfully and kindly - a binge isn’t a bowl of cereal (unless it’s a gigantic mixing bowl, maybe). Maybe you overate, or had a big portion, but *A* bowl of cereal is not a binge. There is an actual medical/clinical definition as to what constitutes a binge, as well as how often people do it to be diagnosed (by a qualified medical professional) with BED. There’s waaaay too many people self-diagnosing and hopping on the “I have BED” train who don’t have any effing clue what it’s really all about. I’ll never understand why someone actually WANTS to have BED, but it sure seems to be the thing people who overeat sometimes, or maybe even have some legit disorder eating behaviors (versus a full fledged eating disorder) want to do.

[@Ally.F.O]

I struggle to understand how these people can afford that much take-out, desserts and milkshakes. I wonder if things would be different had they lived on a budget.

[@Yuukire]

2:32 Your kitty jumping from the cat tree and almost running into the wall 😂 I rewound it 10 times. You're pets are so freaking adorable

[@ashleyfwalter]

I went from 184lbs to 124lbs in 15 months. I was just at the top of the overweight category(bordering obese.) I didn't go at it aggressively. I only lost 1-2lbs a week the entire time but it was sustainable and I've kept it off(with normal fluctuations and muscle gains) for 14 years. So, definitely needing to lose triple or more it should come off much faster.

[@jessicaraye]

Congratulations 🎉

[@Metonymy1979]

Get it!! ❤

[@x3lea866]

14 years is so impressive! I’ve lost 50 lbs and am going on two years maintaining now

[@ChikaraTransformations]

That's awesome and you look incredible now 👌 also, third! 🥉🥉🥉

[@CristinaF210]

EXACTLY!!

[@WDWJP30]

In my opinion, intuitive eating ONLY works if you aren't eating processed foods at all. All these fat food, highly processed, super palatable foods are designed to make you crave them and be hungrier. If I start out my day with sugar/carbs/fast food then I am super hungry all day long. However, if I don't give in my inner child and actually be an adult, I intermittent fast and when I do eat I prioritize whole foods, primarily protein. Then, I'm not ravenously starving later on and my body is actually getting real, good nutrition.

[@carolynw8614]

EXACTLY. These adults eat like picky toddlers lol

[@Polly_Jean]

Yes! I think it's weird to want to use your intuition with things that have been _designed_ to trick your intuition. Intuitively eating chips that have been formulated to trick you into wanting more and more... how is that suppossed to work

[@alisond4794]

It always makes me so sad to see how people struggling with BED use intuitive eating all wrong. As you said, it's about basing your diet on whole foods, cooked at home, and honouring cravings when they come, but also after you eat food and see how you feel. If they did that, they would realize that eating sugar-laden carb-bombs just makes them crash and get super hungry over and over again, and over-eating consistently makes them tired and sluggish.

[@sarahburrier9123]

Exactly. This is what I did and it gave me a solid foundation to now work on weight loss! Also came back to add that I have started wegovy to help in my weight loss. It's not for everyone but it has been a huge help to me. Before, my intuitive eating lead me to effortless maintenance. But to eat in a deficit, even small ones left me hungry and feeling almost panicked about having to go hungry. This medication makes me stay full longer and my hunger and appetite are reduced. But, if I hadn't changed my thinking to primarily eat to satisfy physical hunger (intuitive eating), then the medication wouldn't have helped. Because I would still want to eat for reasons other than hunger. Does that make sense? I really think this whole mess of obesity and treating it requires both mental health/eating disorder thetapy AND healthy weight loss/nutrition guidance.

[@stormyk244]

It really upsets me how many TikTok “nutritionists” refuse to recognize that intuitive eating is NOT possible with processed junk food that is literally designed to hijack hunger and fullness cues. They are setting people up for failure.

[@MSJARELA]

Eating disordered populations should not attempt intuitive eating. Not until they are well into recovery and only under the guidance of an eating disorder specialist…. Not a body posi hoo doo coach.

[@chemistress293]

@@MSJARELA THIS !00%

[@Rubenesquebody]

The issue with eating while also struggling with depression that I experienced is that I stopped caring. I didn’t care if I woke up next day so I definitely did not care of what I was eating and if it was healthy. I couldn’t really afford takeout so I was eating frozen pizzas literally everyday. When it comes to mental health issues it is so important to take care of those first too, be on right medication and then take care of the body- as if you don’t care whether you live or not u wouldn’t care to go gym and workout either. And I’ve been there; I was forcing myself to go gym and I was leaving after 20 min crying as I was so low mentally. So I do understand the ‘laziness’ part of not cooking- that people from the outside see as lazy but it is the actual mental health issue and it really needs to be cured properly.

[@moodilyoodily]

Cooking makes a huge difference in getting enough protein without getting too much sodium. I cooked a lot of chicken breast this weekend so that I can have wraps for lunch with chicken breast instead of deli meat, HUGE DIFFERENCE! Cooked my chicken three ways too. Lemon pepper chicken, honey mustard chicken, both baked in the oven, and the rest of it I tossed on the grill with a vinegar/chili paste baste. Really delicious!

[@karilnowak7962]

Only ate two slices of toast, a banana, and a really fat pork chop yesterday. I intended to make cauliflower as well, but wasn't really hungry. It's amazing how little you really need to eat if you eat whole food. (If I get really hungry later I will have 1 1/2 tbsp of peanut butter with one slice of bread or 1 oz of unsalted roasted almonds.)

[@moodilyoodily]

@@karilnowak7962 I know what you mean, though I eat considerably more than that. I’ve been eating around 1700-1800 calories recently (at maintenance after 2 years of dieting, decided to take a few weeks off because I’m ahead of schedule for my weight loss plan). I’m actually keen to go back to ~1500. I feel like I’m in an eating contest trying to eat this much food. (Also, almonds are the best. Great snack!)

[@renferal5290]

The problem with eating rubbish like this, is that it doesn't fill you up, nor does it do one's body any good. If only these people could realize how much better they would feel if they ate whole foods.

[@jessicaraye]

Right! No nutrients or satiation....but plenty of calories!

[@gyrlgeorge]

It also messes with your insulin levels, causing hunger ever time it spikes and drops

[@xLKYBx]

Yes exactly, if their were more whole foods it would be good for the gut and transmit signals to the brain for satisfaction and fullness

[@l.j.g.1172]

You're right. I was thinking, how big portions would that be if she ate the same amount of calories a day but ate only "healthy foods" like oats, meat, chicken, vegetables, fruits, rice, sweet potatoes, fish... 😅 You probability wouldn't be able to eat all this in one day.

[@felicityflynn6480]

I agree. I have McDonald's approx every 6 months or once a year and I always feel hungry after I have finished. It's not satisfying and I could easily eat a proper meal afterwards.

[@traceyrossmann2989]

That period meal was definitely a binge. She was coping with increased hunger and all the other crap we deal with at that time with food. It's just that simple.

[@lizaschkolnikova9416]

Bodybuilders be like: Stop drinking your calories! Drink your protein 😉

[@evah8816]

I was this girl. Got to get rid of the fast food mentality and spend a little time meal prepping and cooking… I thought that if it wasn’t this elaborate celebration meal, I wasn’t a good cook- cooking daily meals has made me a better cook. 🍔🍟🍩 and I’m making some burgers to grill this afternoon! While the grill is hot, I’m making some chicken breasts and thighs for the rest of the week. It’s that easy. 💞

[@carolynw8614]

Yes, prioritizing protein is a game changer. Just had a grilled steak for the holiday too

[@xx_christiee]

A lot of people with BED tend to believe they're recovered but reality is they're just spreading their 'binge' out across the day now. I understand moderation needs to be learned, but daily isnt moderation 😢

[@julieblair7472]

People who eat out like this have a consumerism / shopping addiction interacting with their food issues. They need the satisfaction of choosing whatever they want and having it handed to them. They struggle with cooking and whole foods because they only see food as products to consume. There's no exciting marketing or branding on produce.

[@hctompkins]

I think it's also a good bit of laziness and lack of grit. These people can't be uncomfortable for a while. Instant gratification is too easy with fast food. And there's no dishes to wash after.

[@ladybirdehrmantraut1245]

ALR too

[@AzaleaBee]

This is a very interesting take. It makes a LOT of sense. I wonder how many obese people also have cluttering issues due to consumerism addiction and hoarding tendencies.

[@_tardigrade]

I watched Tammy Lemon's reaction to your reaction to her and it was all excuses and word salad. She hasn't posted for 10 days so I guess she went on another binge. Sad.

[@meeshelle1397]

I noticed she’s got quite a hug box forming in her comments section, that’s sad too.

[@_tardigrade]

​@meeshelle1397 It really is. She is on the same path as ALR once was. Her income from YT is getting higher and she seems to not really want to work on her ED, only talk about it for views.

[@jasthephysicist]

​@Meesh Elle She always had the hug box and it is partially chikara's doing from praising Tammy and getting her those subscribers.

[@danivanbuskirkbeil2557]

@@jasthephysicist I guess that proves that we should not get too excited by any new gorl until some time has passed. I knew pretty early on though that Tammy was going to just cycle it was pretty clear at least after a few months.

[@Sarah24871]

​@@meeshelle1397 What's a hug box?

[@Whatevadantewante]

This is literally how my recovery went for an eating disorder. It felt so wrong but that's the challenge of it. Recovery is like a bruise. As it heals it looks shittier but it's still progress. It really seems like its ass backwards, trust me, but there's a reason and a process to this all.

[@missruthie81]

I just wanted to extend my congrats to you for beating it. Kudos to you ❤

[@Whatevadantewante]

@@missruthie81 thank you! 😊

[@AKbaby89]

Ive been a vegetarian my entire life and i eat more protein than she does😂 what is even going on? She cant say shes trying when she goes to 5 different fast food places IN A DAY. Thats insane. I dont eat out so watching this is legit blowing my mind, i didnt know anyone but alr&Fb actually ate like this

[@steviee.4918]

bro i’m vegan with celiac disease and same lol. protein rly isn’t that hard to get you just have to make sure you include some in every meal/snack.

[@pennydreadful2224]

I have a little trick I use to combat binge eating and cravings. I keep lots of fresh veggies on hand, like spinach and tomato and cucumber and such. When I get “hungry” I tell myself I can go have some spinach and cucumber. If I don’t want that, I’m not hungry. When I’m truly hungry , I’m happy with veggies for a snack. When you have disordered eating, sometimes logic is the beacon of light you need to be successful.

[@hypnoteapot]

She drinks gatorade because she tries to quit soda? 😂

[@jasthephysicist]

:)

[@ChikaraTransformations]

Lolol its an energy drink right?

[@hypnoteapot]

@@ChikaraTransformations It's a very sweet and artificial drink that is marketed for athletes because of the electrolytes, but I'd say most people drink it to recover from a hangover 😅. Never met someone who drank gatorade with a meal....

[@bulletproofair]

For real, she'd probably be better off with a diet soda...Gatorade has added carbs, sugar, and lots of sodium. And the OJ is so high in sugar. She has no clue what she's doing. And I'm worried people who are *actually* in recovery will watch her and think what she's eating is somehow okay...

[@FullmoonPhantom-dn2sr]

@@hypnoteapot Really? It’s not my thing, personally, but plenty in my area of the USA drink Gatorade or other popular drinks with their meals. Monster, Bang, Ghost, those candy drinks, and I can’t even keep up with the drinks anymore, honestly. The drinks have to be a real competitor to pop at this point. Mostly, I drink water, some flavored water drinks like Bai on rare occasion, and when I want something more, I’ll have coffee with cream.

[@emilybrown628]

I love how people talk about binge eating recovery when they are actively in the throes of it. If you are binge eating regularly, you aren’t in recovery.

[@BethR-vf8ne]

There’s no way that 3rd day was not a binge. 3 fast food places in 1 day? Plus donuts twice in the same day? I have been focusing lately on getting enough protein in, and on the days I’m able to get 100+ G protein I am SO full the whole day.

[@stormyk244]

Maybe these meals aren’t binges to her, but sooo many of them are splurges. If I ate just one of these meals, the rest of my eating in the day would be pretty light. I can’t imagine eating like this all the time and calling it “recovery”. I don’t think it is.

[@HeyShayShay]

My dog has a billion toys & still comes prancing into the living room with a sock 😂

[@chelseyf0wler]

The problem with fast food takeout is it's a lot of calories for foods that do not fill you up. So then you end up "more hungry". I used to have the exact same problem when I was 240 pounds (down to 190 in under a year woo!). I would binge eat half a McDonald's menu till I felt sick. Then 2 hours later, I was hungry again, fast food chemicals trick you.

[@TheDailyDose404]

I find it ironic how these people always say “I was craving (insert shit food here) so that’s what I got” rather then “I WANTED (insert shit food here) so I ate it”, because that would mean them taking accountability.

[@mariapriest4106]

🍔🍩🍟 It is cringe how every food addict says "i have BED" and then eat like this woman lol.

[@AzaleaBee]

Spot on.. the theme song is the same whether it's Tammy Lemon or someone else as you said "... okay I have a problem and because you're acknowledging you have a problem it's okay to do just what you're doing and not really do make any changes." Whole foods.. whole foods... whole foods.. It's not brain surgery. 🍔I refuse to put all the emojis. I don't want the fries or doughnut! :D I finally subscribed to your channel today although I've been watching for awhile. Your videos have made a difference in ways that I didn't even realize I needed to see things differently.

[@terrarossaa4971]

My dad is very much like this, as soon as he craves something he just has to have it. As you said, we all get cravings. You need willpower to just push through it. It took me years to grow out of these bad habits I grew up with.

[@canteven772]

flavored teas r a life saver. i am on a ginger - cinnamon - pepper tea kick. very comforting during long study sessions

[@RoLee705]

“It’s not hard. You just do it.” Okay stop. Lol I totally agree that we shouldn’t just give in all of the time. And it’s actually great to hear you say that you have cravings but you just don’t give in. But I also question if you experience cravings the same way. Not that it means you have to give in because it’s a certain level of difficult, but it is extremely hard if food is what your body resorts to as a trauma response or if food is the only interesting thing you have in life or if it’s the only thing you feel you can control. Unfortunately it can be that you consume a lot or very little. Again, I do appreciate your words saying that you struggle and that you experience cravings that can be hard to fight but you just keep focused and get through it. It’s nice that that’s your simple solution and there’s no special thing you’re doing. However, for those that find it agonizing to get through…we’ll, honestly I just think they need more therapy. The more therapy I’ve gotten, the less attached I’ve felt to food. The food choice is heavily processed maybe because they’re used to poor eating habits (especially in the US). The hyperpalatable nature of fast food, how sort of drug-like it is…it’s addictive. It’s a vicious cycle. Salt, sugar, fat combinations makes you crave them more. If you’re a fit person who’s more used to being fit and having a certain mindset or certain habits, it’s easier for you to make healthier adjustments. Basically, I’m saying I understand wanting to have these people make healthy options, but try to have more conversations with these people to help you understand. You seem more frustrated and confused rather than understanding to why at least some of them repeat their patterns. You may struggle to understand what they’re thinking, but they struggle to understand you and healthy diets as well. **Just because something is simple it doesn’t mean it’s easy.**

[@HeatherMcSwayde]

This one kind of threw me as well, it's clear she has zero understanding of the reasons for food addictions. If it was a simple as knowing the better choice then making that better choice no one would be overweight.

[@ES-zl9py]

Totally agree. She’s coming from a bodybuilder mindset with a focus on protein as a food ( it’s not and 120-150g of the macronutrient a day IS a lot unless you’re an athlete etc you don’t need more than .75g per kg or something like that) and weight loss and low body fat which is probably tied up with a past eating disorder. Can’t relate to people who have easy access to cheap processed foods as the norm. As far as my past knowledge goes it’s about reducing the number of binges etc not hitting a protein target etc.

[@StevoLehmann]

She also struggled with bulimia for like 10 years. So she does understand. I first thought the same, she’s too harsh. But the reality is, if you want to kick your food addiction and lose weight. You do have to wake up and just get through it. It’s not fucking easy; but if I give in just once, the rest of the week is fucked. You just gotta do it. One day at a time.

[@StevoLehmann]

@Sam She isn’t telling her that she isn’t recovering. Recovery is not linear. And everyone’s journey is different. You’ve hit the nail on head really, the way that this girl is going about her recovery isn’t wrong or right. But she is 1000% feeding that addiction. I have struggled with binge eating/emotional eating for all of my life. I don’t know my own hunger cues, once I start, I can’t stop. I can’t eat in front of other people. It’s a fucking tough slog, because at the end of the day it’s just bloody food ain’t it? But it’s not that simple. And not many truly understand. But if you really want to overcome it and lose the weight. You have to suck it up and say no. You have to start over and relearn everything. So both ILiona and you are kinda on the same path. And both have correct opinions. It’s not about saying that what she is doing is right or wrong necessarily, but giving objective and observational tips about how to improve. Recovery is fucking hard, but it’s absolutely worth it!

[@RoLee705]

@@StevoLehmann sure but it can take some ppl falling down several times first before we get there.

[@MSJARELA]

“Honoring” all your craving allows the behavior to perpetuate. An addiction or habit engaged in is one that perpetuates. Riding out cravings consistently allows the maladaptive behavior to extinguish.

[@Cjewell0422]

I think you are the most disciplined person I've ever seen 😂 Also I notice if I give in esp on the days I'm sick or feel bad and have something sugary it only makes me hungrier and I feel worse after cause the blood sugar spike which makes me feel exhausted. Its important to think beyond your cravings & think how will this make me feel after. Stop thinking about the immediate satisfaction because that goes away in a matter of seconds or minutes. That's helped me- thinking beyond my craving and preparing meals beforehand. For me the more sugar and carbs I eat the hungrier I get. Listen to your body & find things that work for you. I agree some of the protein powders and drinks taste amazing I actually crave them now. My fav is Axe & sledge (banana split dippin dots) flavor. It's farm fed and easier on my stomach. So very delicious!! 🍔🍩🍟

[@evang6919]

That Taco Bell “meal” and drink probably totals 1200 calories

[@boxerchick702]

I love that you’re actually reasonable. Most reaction channels insist the person go from their nightmare of a diet straight away to a perfect diet with absolutely no cheats or mistakes. You actually give advice that’s reasonable and easy switches that make an overall healthier lifestyle. First it’s “don’t eat the damn donut!” then “just eat a donut bite or cut the donut into pieces if you want a donut everyday!” Haha.

[@missruthie81]

I lost 266lbs in less than 2 years,focusing on whole foods, nutrition, protein packed vs calorie counting actually. I also incorporated Intermittent Fasting. You give great advice. I never had BED thankfully.

[@minasokhangoo7120]

Impressive, congrats 👏 Intermittent fasting is so good

[@missruthie81]

@minasokhangoo7120 thank you, yes it has helped me immensely.

[@minasokhangoo7120]

@@missruthie81 Have you ever tried ketogenic diet? That’s also good

[@missruthie81]

@minasokhangoo7120 I have and it didn't work for me. I ended up gaining weight after coming off of it. I like whole foods, clean eating most days out of the week. I also don't mind the Mediterranean 'diet'. I'm officially normal weight now for my height. :)

[@minasokhangoo7120]

Great 😊 but I love keto because my blood pressure is under control. I suffer from high blood pressure

[@libbylikewhoa]

What an emotional burden she must be to her friends. Idk how old she is, but this is ridiculous behavior disguised as trying to change by her own admission. This is counterintuitive; I've been in b/p recovery for the past 5 years, before that was consumed with it for 10 years. You do not go to a fast food place if your intention is to NOT binge, period. Yes we all get weak, but of you're giving in every day then you are not recovering from anything and it's just business as usual

[@tertiaritus]

I'm a strong proponent that one can't recover from binge eating disorder on their own without therapy and meds. I myself will be getting my meds adjusted to not eat my emotions. If you can't say no to a craving and feel incredibly depressed without it - do your best to get professional help.

[@jessicaraye]

Are there meds to simply help with the cravings?

[@tertiaritus]

@@jessicaraye there ought to be in developed countries, perhaps ozempic might be one of them. I'm not exactly from a developed country, here psychs look at what could be causing your binging and prescribe you stuff for that underlying issue (in my experience anyways)

[@PrinceDuCiel7]

Agreed! I didn’t realize how disordered my eating was until I went on ADHD meds that took out some of the impulsivity and cravings. And I Still struggled till I went on anti anxiety meds! They don’t fix everything but they certainly make me realize where it’s coming from!

[@mmmmmmmmaria]

@@jessicaraye when i got prescribed prozac for my depression it MASSIVELY helped with my cravings and emotional eating i hadn’t realised was emotional eating. i think about food way less, it’s amazing.

[@jessicaraye]

@@mmmmmmmmaria thankyou for that info. Glad to hear that for you

[@mirela3308]

EDs are no joke, but in order to recover efforts must be made. Speaking from experience as well! I feel like congratulating people for the absolute bare minimum is not helpful at all and it seems like that’s what we’re doing not only when in comes to recovery, but overall, and it sets us back tremendously 😔

[@hannahwatkins7992]

Hey Chikara!! Long time follower here, just want you to know you're my fav youtuber, keep up the great, honest reactions, love it. Stay encouraged 🙌🏾

[@limona7900]

Älskar denna hårfärgen på dig. Utav de jag sett dig ha passar denna dig bäst. Super fint

[@ninacael]

i've been missing my illona content! happy monday!

[@ChikaraTransformations]

Sorry! I had to take time off but you're first! 🥇🥇🥇

[@codexone2194]

Just had the first day of my prep course for my last licensing exam. Man, I'm pooped. The new video just came in time to relax on the couch!

[@jasthephysicist]

Congrats 🎉

[@codexone2194]

@@jasthephysicist I haven't passed yet! The final exam is in october 🙈

[@jasthephysicist]

@@codexone2194 you got this

[@jessicaraye]

What licensing exam are you taking? I am taking a COMPTIA A+ TWO PART exam this week! Studying now after watching this video

[@codexone2194]

@@jessicaraye the German tax consultant exam! Good luck to you, fingers crossed!

[@APFC95]

I have to say, i'vee been following a high protein diet for a bit now and feeling great, pretty much no cravings, have normal to low appetite, good energy. The other day i had 2 birthday parties almost back to back and ate more cake than intended and was sent home with leftovers, and let me tell you, this week, after that event my cravings are through the roof, my IBS is been way worse, i have lower energy and my appetite is bigger. I've been learning by experience how overindulging in sh*t food (especially suger) makes me feel worse and in every aspect, so when i see people eating nothing but fast food and indulging, it makes me think of how bad they must feel but dont recognize it because they dont know any better and never experienced it otherwise

[@maryrose9292]

🍔🍩🍟 That protein pudding from Lidl is my favorite snack after dinner. It gets rid of that chocolate craving and as you said, the macros are great.

[@missingmimic]

If you close your eyes, its like listening Amber speaking, she hit all the usual molments: proud of myself, im confused, im sure you guys are confused too, im not lying i swear, we had takeout. 😂

[@princejw5737]

Wooooohoooooo🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Time for some real down to earth advise from my fav illona

[@ChikaraTransformations]

Enjoy 😘

[@TheMissileHappy]

I can't imagine how expensive this life style must be. She spends sooo much money on food that doesn't do her any good.

[@frostnova2144]

Ah yes, yet another weightlosswoman™ here on KZbin trapped in a hopeless purgatory of their own making

[@_Paul_N]

Fast food is the epitome of eating “air” because it doesn’t fill you up and will make you even hungrier later lol.

[@POV18]

I wanna eat a whole ass cheesecake but I don't. It's honestly not that hard, it's all a mental game. 122lbs down as of today 💪🏽

[@AzaleaBee]

Awesome on your weight loss. I used to WANT to eat a "whole ass cheesecake" but I absolutely do not anymore. I know exactly how I'll feel after two bites. It took awhile for what I want to eat to change. For a time, I had to consciously focus on remembering how I would feel after eating X, and choose my foods extra mindfully. Now, thankfully eating better is just habit.

[@christynlead4585]

As someone who has done a lot of the different meal delivery kit services in the US- hello fresh, home chef, blue apron, and every plate. The pasta portion is pretty accurate. The pasta “meals” are always usually higher volume than potatoes or rice dishes. And it’s consistently hard to get a good portion for any of the “low carb” options.

[@AE-yp8ty]

I'm watching from North Texas where the bbq and Mexican food are LIFE

[@mudslicker3122]

🍔 🍩 🍟 I’ve seen Amber do this a lot, where she totally embraces the fact that she *hasn’t gained any weight* as a success and good enough to deserve a trophy. How I alleviate cravings for certain foods is by using herbs and spices that will give me the tastes for foods these women tend to just automatically cave in to. You can make any protein and vegetable and moderate cheese dish taste Greek, Italian, Tex-Mex, Indian, Asian, MiddleEastern, etc. by adding ingredients that will satisfy that “craving” for Dominoes, Taco Bell, Panda Express, etc. it’s not that hard.

[@supapowas777]

As someone with BED, it’s more than a craving. This girl is making a lot of excuses but it’s a much more powerful feeling than a craving for something. It’s an almost uncontrollable urge that feels almost painful to fight.

[@Liahs333]

You will never get rid of your cravings to binge as long as you are eating toast crunch cereal and donuts and Burger King. Come on

[@lisatakeitorleaveit]

Intuitive eating can only work if you don’t have disordered eating. I lost 135 pounds through diet and exercise nine years ago and have maintained it so I’ll think there’s a lot of having to have the ability to be completely honest with yourself that goes into losing weight making your health a priority and maintaining it. Re - cravings - FEELINGS ARENT FACTS. That also goes for whether you feel like doing your movement it not - it’s not what you FEEL it’s what you do 🎤

[@Mia-pr9cd]

Watching this while eating tuna steak, chickpeas and a cucumber salad with greek yogurt 😏 proteins, baby!!!

[@Ashh.wholee]

Weird, when i quit drinking soda i switched to sparkling water. Almost like she just wants to chug sugar.

[@StoophStoph]

I don’t know anything about BED, but I do know fast food isn’t going to provide any good solutions.

[@gothicboglim4099]

Those balls are called Cinnabon Delights and they are delicious. I love me some Taco Bell lol

[@shivalishankersharma1562]

A lot these food addicts are never into cooking because that takes effort. They want instant gratification. Home cooked food can be gratifying as well you know. But most of them are not willing to put effort like chopping up veggies, meat, browning onions. Making a good guacamole from fresh avocadoes. No. They only wanna open boxes and eat.

[@alice_rabbit8345]

I noticed that too.

[@jessicaraye]

Those cinna-balls from taco bell are LITERALLY the only reason i ever think of pulling in the taco bell drive through! Theyre like fresh fried donut holes with frosting inside and cinnamon sugar on the outside 🤤 so delicious! I haven't had them in a while

[@robintisabird1566]

I’ve always struggled with eating my protein from having Jaw pain, which leads to not chewing enough which leads to stomach issues and I get full so fast. But I have slowly uped my protein with softer options because I had muscle atrophy and really had to get it together lol. And wow do the muscles grow!!! but I still struggle once I get to the 100 grams… I just don’t crave it after that point

[@mmmmmmmmaria]

do you use protein powders? once i found a really yummy one sometimes i really just have it as a treat

[@robintisabird1566]

@@mmmmmmmmaria yes, I do! I started using them a few years ago! I’m a fan of smoothies and milkshakes lol

[@EvelynSalt2281]

Carbonated water is a good substitute for soda. Especially when you refuse to drink a diet soda like me. 😂 I will not!

[@AzaleaBee]

I recently bought a soda stream... such a simple change!

[@PrinceDuCiel7]

I feel called out. 😂 But I CAN see what she’s doing. I’m a step or two ahead of where she is. When my mental health is Awful, the urge to buy not just a few tacos but also chicken and also the other desert and Also the milkshake is HUGE. Sometimes you’re just focusing on getting the portions back to something manageable. While trying to figure out what your triggers are and Deal with them. I’m currently in the dealt with it stage. Figured out I had to treat my anxiety with medication. Therapy and constantly mentally cycling WASNT cutting it. Got that sorted. Now it’s MUCH easier to fix the urge And habit to binge. Like today I ate poorly. But if we went back six months, I’d be eating three times as much. I’d also just be feeling bad. Now I know I’m feeling over full. I need to stop AND the problem was I didn’t replace my sweets. I need binge friendly foods in the house. So I plan on going to the grocery on the way to work and buying a Crap ton of fruit. Pears and apples. The stuff that fills me up And gives me the sugar spike my brain wants. It’s slow going and I know if I’d been recording my journey online I’d be getting SO much push back. It’d be an added stress on top of the rocky road of recovery. The small victories would be mocked and people wouldn’t be able to see the progress I Was making. I’m not gaining weight anymore. My skin is improving. I’m getting back into walking places again. My heel injury is improving. But all people would see is todays bad decisions. That my weight isn’t Instantly dropping. That I’m not consistent with exercising. ANYWAYS, I hope the same goes for her. Slow improvement but improvement all the same. That she doesn’t get stuck in this stage of things. Cuz as you get older, this isn’t good enough anymore.

[@alice_rabbit8345]

Best of luck!

[@PrinceDuCiel7]

@@alice_rabbit8345 Down 20 pounds and even when I buy the junk, I can’t eat as much as I used to. The progress is progressing! Long term effort and slow changes do work!

[@Pseudoornitologist]

With the amount of ultra processed food that she's eating she is more likely to spiral into depression and anxiety... even if she's eating way less now than she used to and even if she's actually losing weight, the majority of the food that she's eating is simply not healthy for her mental or physical health (at least based on what she's portraying).

[@gsavage26]

It’s crazy how proud of themselves they are for basically nothing

[@therealcarlxii]

Put those protein puddings in a freezer for a few hours. Then get them out and let them unfreeze for like 10mins or microwave them for 15-30s (without the lid, of course). Makes some really macro friendly protein ice cream.

[@dez3320]

A big problem is some people of that size allow being obese to become their whole identity. And they tend to always compare what theyre doing to what they use to do before. Since it is technically a slight improvement, they think its good. But it does nothing for progress.

[@kat.ily111]

She needs to plan. If her job is a baby sitter and she's constantly in her car. She needs to meal prep so she's not tempted with maccas.

[@MagisterialVoyager]

I enjoyed this, Ilona! You keep driving home a point to eat whole food to me. This morning, I'm having soup with carrot, cabbage, and two eggs plus some tempeh. I will have black rice for lunch and dinner, maybe, since I already made it. Love you!

[@lifeshomework8138]

I just made the most delicious kale chips. I just got an air fryer and didnt realize how much i was missing out on. Making crispy oil free veggies is so fast and easy. Just thought i would share for anyone trying to eat healthier.

[@1524scooter]

I like my new air fryer too👍😅

[@karilnowak7962]

I think you have convinced me about the air fryer. Thanks. (I still love my fresh vegetables cooked in a little olive oil and garlic, but I am not trying to lose weight as I only eat less than 1000 kcal a day.)

[@mmmmmmmmaria]

@@karilnowak7962 holy smokes, are you okay?

[@karilnowak7962]

@@mmmmmmmmaria Thanks, I'm not very tall, only 5'4", so I probably only need to eat about 1200 calories a day. I know I need to eat more food, especially protein and somedays count grams. I don't want to trigger hunger by eating sugar except some fruit and most days I don't even think about food if I have eaten once that day.

[@mmmmmmmmaria]

@@karilnowak7962 that’s still very very very little for your average height :( i hope you find the help you deserve.

[@Jessie_boots_n_shorts]

🍔🍟🍩 I work with people like this.. they complain about gaining weight and say they dont know how or whats going on. But you ask them what foods they eat and its always going out with McDonalds or some other high carb fast food item with alot of alcoholic drinks and drinking little to no water. They are aware what they eat and dont move there bodies, but would rather complain than do any work.

[@terrarossaa4971]

Random side note but I hate when the weightloss youtubers give the line, "you guys dont see what i eat ALL the time and all the healthy stuff i am eating" like dude i dont care what you say, your body is a direct reflection of what you're doing the MAJORITY of the time (aka eating shit)

[@musicmylifesince1993]

Vegan sausages do have protein. For example, linda McCartney are the ones I use in my meal prep and for a 100g serve which is 155 calories, they contain 15.6g of protein and only 5.6g of fat and 5.8g of carbs.

[@MrFabioTheman]

A good start would be, if you are prone to binge, don´t watch netflix while you have your meal. I lost 58kg in 1 year only with consciously eating and cutting out sugar.

[@AKbaby89]

Why would you eat a sandwich AND a bread bowl?! Wow. Whenever i go to panera to get a healthy meal, i get a salad. Why would someone go there for a healthy meal then order a bread bowl and a sandwich

[@a697ag]

I know! I get their soup/salad combos all the time. I'll usually have the salad for lunch and the soup with the side piece of baguette for dinner that night. I don't understand soup in a breadbowl with a sandwich for the same meal. I'd be in a carb coma for the rest of the afternoon.

[@AKbaby89]

@a697ag same🤣🤣 I just don't eat bread really, and it's one thing that a lot of obese people eat just an absolute shitton of, it's so weird. Unless it's like an oat bread with grains n stuff in it, bread just is pointless imo. It's just a bunch of empty carbs that give no energy and no nutrition. I'm a vegetarian so I eat a lot of veggies, I eat veggies like these people eat bread🤣🤣🤷‍♀️

[@missyzorel]

I don’t have BED but I know when it comes to sweets my self control is out the window. I keep those things out of my home because I know how I get when a bag of Oreos is within reach. Maybe Kels should do some behavioral modification therapies that can help with her BED. A change in her diet could do wonders for her mental health. I know in my masters psychology program we researched a-lot on cognitive behavioral modifications that can help with these compulsions. A good start would to note when her period is about to start and keep healthy snacks around during that time. Since she knows that her triggers are PMS related, planning ahead could be helpful.

[@jessicaraye]

Can you share anymore of those behavioral modifications you learned?

[@djsusiequ2422]

I’ve tried intuitive eating- just ended up binging on “healthy food” - it doesn’t work- what works for me is calorie counting - if I stop, I’ll be relaxed and gain weight

[@lorescien4148]

So I'm gonna add some food info as an American. Most places that sell the munchkins/donut holes won't sell them in singles. Youre stuck with the number of them that comes out to same sugar and calories as a whole donut, and often times more expensive then, too. Additionally, a lot of the ordering of fast food depends on your area out here. I'm currently where the absolute cheapest options are bagels or donuts unless you go to a corner store for crappy pizza lol. I used to live where there were a ton of affordable options that also offered healthy and affordable foods alongside their junk options. Our food selections are vastly different from town to town, let alone state to state. Yeah, she'd be miles better off if she meal prepped, but one doesn't get to her size without forming terribly difficult habits to break away from, especially if they were formed through stress and supported by family as you saw her family members supplying junk multiple times to her despite (surely noticing) her efforts to work on avoiding those things. I struggle quite often and im not even half as addicted to food as she became. And for a gal who clearly was gaining rapidly, 56 lbs in 2 years LOST is pretty good when still trying to figure out how to eat well with enabling family and friends around you.

[@justakathings]

I know this has absolutely nothing to do with the video but my favourite time to watch Ilona is at the gym lol

[@PC_GaMer_80]

I think when I get cravings, I usually get Greek yogurt and frozen fruits. Or! I throw in protein powder into greek yogurt which tastes pretty good.🍩🍔🍟

[@knittermh]

The little temper tantrums in the background are so freaking cute 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@Flaulicower]

🍔 🍩 🍟 She could try recreating her fast food orders at home for starters. Whole wheat buns, fresh veggies, leaner cuts of meat, less oil and sodium... It might make her go "ok I indulged but I made it a bit more nutritious and tastier". Also egg bites are great and need more appreciation. I eat them almost daily.

[@ariesbaby5672]

A coke for breakfast is insane

[@sharroon7574]

I am currently abstaining from having sugar every day, if I was intuitively eating I wouldn't be able to do that. We don't need certain foods, in fact no person is better off for eating junk food. There are foods that should not exist at all, like sugary cereals.

[@1524scooter]

Instead of donuts sometimes I'll have whole wheat toast with sweetener and cinnamon.

[@hctompkins]

a carmel or chocolate rice cake with a bit of cream cheese on top ❤ I used to do greek yogurt but just wasn't as satisfying.

[@1524scooter]

@@hctompkins ooohhh, that sounds good🤤

[@letyv4444]

This whole video made me lol , Ilona’s reactions are on point haha

[@krolessa1]

Your skin looks so good today.❤

[@Searchin4keys]

U can just order protein donuts from Michelle at the KZbin channel "My Thoughts Will Probably Offend You" 😁😁 She needs to stop drinking soda & juice. Jeezus drink more water!!!

[@Winterliebende]

Do you have those tea bags for cold water in Bulgaria (Frio for example)? I love them so much, they are so refreshing and have a little bit of natural sweetner in it.

[@marilynbeth5993]

If I'm very hungry, I eat lots of vegetables. It's hard to eat three or four hundred calories of raw vegetable. That would be over a kilo of broccoli or cauliflower.

[@annae476]

the Lidl protein puddings are AMAZING but i can never find them i swear someone goes to every lidl in my city and takes them all the moment they get put on the shelves lol

[@TGRAM7]

What is the brand name of the pudding? I really want to try them!

[@MSJARELA]

If you ever come to the USA you can stay with us! Home gym, guest bed and private bath! I’m in the south so we do BBQ and Mexican food correctly!

[@liossnimhaille4958]

57 lbs in two years... I lost 56 lbs in one year, and I didn't put so much effort in it. PS and I love tea.

[@emmy-rc2vf]

I like your suggestions for adjusting her meals. You reminded me of the protein puddings 😊 But I do think it’s not realistic and a little judgy to say „It’s not that hard.“ You would never say to someone with anorexia „Just eat, it’s not that hard.“ I have never had BED but I do know what it’s like when your brain zeroes in on food ne won’t let you stop. It’s so hard to explain. I‘m super disciplined everywhere else. It’s not that.

[@MirjamsFitnessEmpire]

For the first girl in the vid, These foods will lead her to binge again... she must be hungry ALL the time eating like that...i am a studied fitness and Healthmanager and have worked with tons of differen people in size etc... Eating a healthy diet is the key.....,..and it is not THAT hard. They always come to me to say that they have never eaten that much food before and even losing weoght..

[@Beenween]

For someone with BED, starting the morning with sugar is just a bad idea.

[@AzaleaBee]

Absolutely. And Tammy Lemon starts her mornings with sugar laden shakes supposedly because she "isn't hungry in the moring but NEEDS to eat something". It's frustrating to even listen to it.

[@pbj906]

“it’s not that hard…you just do it…” PERIOD!!!!

[@cathipa]

If she was trying she would relinquish her credit/debit card so she couldn’t buy all the fast food. She shouldn’t say she is trying when that’s 80% or more of her meals.

[@LisaManning765]

Look. Protein is the secret weapon. It makes all the difference. Protein high and calories low.