The dangers of mindless eating.

[ny biker]

I was doing great, being very mindful of what/how/why I was eating, working out regularly... then my mom got sick and it all stopped. Hospital and then nursing home meals, no exercise, poor sleep, etc.

She's doing much better now but I'm finding it REALLY hard to get back into the groove. Like the OP I nibble at night and while it's mostly healthy things, it's not calorie free.

I'm really hoping the vacation to Cancun in two weeks will help me jump start again. Open water swimming is my favorite activity so that should help a lot!!

Glad your mother is better.

Are you nibbling because you're hungry or just for something to do? If you're hungry, try having a slightly larger breakfast and lunch. If you want something to do, try drinking a big glass of water and then taking a walk around the block, or fold some laundry or clean and lube your bike chain or something that will keep your hands busy.