Well congrats on realizing you want a change and joining us here =] Yes, weightloss can be a struggle, but it pays off in the end. I ,too, like most of us on here have an "addiction" to food. Try saying to yourself, "I know what this already tastes like" or "It's not like it's never going to be there again...i can have it another time". these seem to help me out. Also, the carbonated, flavored waters keep my appetite down, plus help me get my water needs in! Hope this helps, and good luck on ur journey...im rooting for you!!