Congratulations fmhall2 on your weight loss!
Beachbound, I've noticed I want to eat more when I use things like Crystal Light. I'm sticking to water and haven't had that urge to "hunt something to eat".
I usually do my "preparation cooking" on Saturdays. I bake my chicken, debone it, measure it, and wrap in wax paper. Some goes into the freezor and some in the frig. I keep my lettuce washed and bagged ready to eat. I also wash and cut up broccoli and cauliflower. I keep a food journal on the table and write down everything including marking off when I've had my water. When we go out to eat I order grilled food and a salad. I drink water most of the time. When I get home, I write down what I've had. I also measure out 1/4 tsp. of salt for the day. That's what's recommended on my eating plan. I check the sodium content on everything.
When I think I want something to eat, I make myself drink some more water and wait for a while. Usually the urge passes.
Hope everyone has a great weekend.
Debbie