Just went on big sugar binge...what to do? page

[Nucci93]

Hi guys, I just went to a "second" dinner today with my Jewish friends like I do every friday. I decided to eat before the dinner so I wouldn't eat during their dinner, but I ended up eating again anyway. (Very depressed today because I haven't been able to legitimately workout in over year. Hurt my rotator cuff 3 weeks ago and was pain free for a couple days, but I slept on it by accident and now it's in excruciating pain so I was stressed and in a terrible mood today blah blah...I ultimately ended up having around 2 cookies, a big piece of pie, and 3 other pieces of cookie-like dessert.) Basically, I went on a huge binge tonight and want to know how to recover. I usually follow IF (16-18 hours), but I figured maybe this would be a good time to do either a 24 hour fast or even a 36 hour (always wanted to try it). What do you guys think? I stopped eating around 10:15 today . Thanks a lot!

[Annlee]

You're human, just like the rest of us.

Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and climb back on the wagon. Do what has worked for you in the past. I tend to have trouble fasting (IF) when I've had carbs - so I go for high fat, minimal-but-adequate protein, and plenty of fat. Then I can fast, no sweat. But that's me ... you may well be different.

Everybody slips up/screws up/whatever you want to call it sometimes. What's important is what you do after it.

The fact you asked for advice on how to get back is a really good sign.

[Jena]

I just eat extra clean for a few days following the binge. I have had 2 since beginning primal 4.5 months ago. I only recently have begun to do any intermittent fasting. The longest I have gone is 24 hours, not to say I (or you) couldn't go longer. I just don't know that a bunch of sugar is the best thing for you to have before not eating for a day and a half. How long have you been doing primal? Are you certain that you are fat adapted?

[bloodorchid]

lash yourself with a barbed cat o nine

no, but seriously, you're okay

[Nucci93]

Thanks for all your responses guys. It's awesome to hear support from people that understand. To Jena: I have probably only gone primal for a week and a half, so no, I'm not. I really think the reason I binged was because I was in such a terrible mood. Not exercising in a year has really done a number on me, especially since it's my passion. I'll definitely get back on track tomorrow. I think I'm just going to go for my normal IF and break it around 2:30 and just have two "smallish" meals then start back over. I did this last week also, which is why I'm pretty upset about it

[Cave Woman]

I got my signature quote from a wise member who well understands this problem.

[Jena]

Don't beat yourself up. It happens. If it makes you feel better I had a lot benefits and success with primal without doing much exercise at all. No injury, just lazy, lol. I still had more energy, lost weight, and felt clearer, mentally speaking. I am exercising now and am not downplaying its importance at all though. I found it too hard to do an IF before I was fat adapted... I would just get too hungry and grouchy. Now it's no problem you'll do great. We all fall off the wagon at some time... focus on the fact that you got back on

[Nucci93]

Awesome quote and thanks again Jena! I'm gonna get back on that wagon tomorrow! Keep up the good work!

[Omni]

Like said,
Put the whip away, unless you're into S&M then go for it and enjoy the whipping.
Primal is not just diet, it is exercise, lifestyle and mental attitudes.
If your headspace is still stuck in shame, guilt and penance, then really no amount of good food can help you.
Just move on, don't make any attachments to your cookie binge, it was sweet, tasty, unhealthy but you had a good time with friends and now its passed and your moving forward.

[2ndChance]

I wouldn't fast after a sugar binge. Your body needs some good nutrients now more than ever-- don't deprive it! Eat a lot of salad and veggies to help heal, and get some fat in there. Get some kale, sweet potatoes, lettuce in your system...the all star good-health team, you know?

For me, going primal has meant exercising less. I ditched chronic cardio cuz it left me tired constantly. TBH I am in a period of wagon-falling when it comes to strength training, I haven't lifted in a month (shameful I know)...just sayin' don't let not being able to exercise ruin your life. Let your shoulder heal... and we'll all float on okay!!