Can you watch TV without snacking?
By DCLehnsherr
@DCLehnsherr (1037)
August 29, 2009 3:58pm CST
I am curious about this.
I can't watch TV without doing something at the same time, and one of the big things I end up doing with TV is snacking because it is so convenient. I am especially prone to sitting with some biscuits or crisps (American chips) because I tend to have a nice collection of those in various places. I also make sure to catch on my TV programmes when eating my main meals because otherwise I would never watch anything (I know it is bad for me but it is really the way I watch most of my TV!)
I can watch TV without snacking if I work out, but in certain moods I don't like to do that :)
Can you watch TV without snacking? And if you don't snack what do you do instead?
Many thanks for the responses,
Dranz
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24 responses
@kitty42 (3923)
• United States
29 Aug 09
Hello my wonderful friend 
I really don't notice anything like this, never really thought about it lol, will pay attention now, but I don't think so, I am thinking as I am responding if I have to think this hard then I don't think I do this, I am wondering what I do when on the computer, my hand are so busy I have no time for anything else,when I do watch t.v I am usually so into what I am watching I don't think of anything else 
can't join you on this one my friend 
I really don't notice anything like this, never really thought about it lol, will pay attention now, but I don't think so, I am thinking as I am responding if I have to think this hard then I don't think I do this, I am wondering what I do when on the computer, my hand are so busy I have no time for anything else,when I do watch t.v I am usually so into what I am watching I don't think of anything else
can't join you on this one my friend 
@kitty42 (3923)
• United States
30 Aug 09
Hello my wonderful friend
I will always respond no matter what your post is about, I just thought it was funny since we think alike in a lot of ways, this one through me off, but I am sure there will be a lot more to do the same thing, just because we have the same opinions don't mean we will agree on everything this is my issue lol so pay me no attention its just nice when you find someone that thinks like you then all of a sudden it like what? I don't do that lmaoooo this is something that I think about don't think twice about it lol
So no snacking last night lol thats cool my friend 
I will always respond no matter what your post is about, I just thought it was funny since we think alike in a lot of ways, this one through me off, but I am sure there will be a lot more to do the same thing, just because we have the same opinions don't mean we will agree on everything this is my issue lol so pay me no attention its just nice when you find someone that thinks like you then all of a sudden it like what? I don't do that lmaoooo this is something that I think about don't think twice about it lol
So no snacking last night lol thats cool my friend 
@antarcticpostcards (472)
• United States
29 Aug 09
Whether I am watching television or not does not seem to influence my snacking. Sure I snack in front of the television sometimes, but it is not really because I am watching television. However, I rarely watch television while doing nothing. I usually am on the computer at the same time. Sometimes I will be working on crafts or cleaning house.
@DCLehnsherr (1037)
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30 Aug 09
Hi antarctic,
Ahh crafts in front of the TV sounds like a really smart thing to do. I sometimes try and write by the TV, but the sound scrambles my thoughts and I never quite manage lol. I have used my laptop with the TV, though I tend to never watch the programmes so it doesn't work if it something I really wanted to watch lol.
Many thanks for sharing :)
Dranz
@flpoolbum (2978)
• United States
29 Aug 09
From my own experience, I can say that it is hard NOT to snack while watching TV. What makes it especially difficult for me is that I work an afternoon shift and tend to watch the evenings shows that were recorded on my DVR. I have a stressful job, and need a chance to chill so I find watching a few sitcom's or drama's on the TV is usually helpful, but snacking shortly before bedtime is bad for you.
@DCLehnsherr (1037)
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30 Aug 09
Hi flpoolbum (love the name),
I am glad to hear that TV is a good way for you to wind down as well. Sometimes when I get back from work all I can do is watch TV because stress completely messes with my head and stops me being able to think! As for snacking before bedtime I have heard that before and tend avoid it where possible, though my brother always eats before sleeping and seems okay (though he could just be hiding it well lol!)
Many thanks for the response :)
Dranz
@sblossom (2168)
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30 Aug 09
When I’m tired or I feel unhappy, I watch TV with some snacks, such as crisps or nuts. My favourite tv food is sunflower seed.that’s really good to kill time.
However I know it’s not good to have snacks when I watch TV. It will make me losing control. I will finish to be a fat woman at last. Also I will make my living room messy. So now I control myself. When I watch TV I have nothing to eat. Sometimes I really want to eat something. It’s the tough time. However I do control myself very well. In general if I brush my teeth I definitely will eat nothing.
@IlijaMarkovski (1056)
• Australia
2 Sep 16
If you find the thing you're watching interesting than your mind will likely be focused on the TV, if you're not watching interesting than your mind will be focused on food.
@lazeebee (5461)
• Malaysia
30 Aug 09
Hi, I have to snack while watching my favorite tv series - it seems so incomplete without some chocolates, ice-creams, crisps or chips. And either cups of hot coffee or cans of ice-cold coke (depending on the weather). I can't think of anything else that I do while watching tv.
@corrycrystal (1775)
• Malaysia
30 Aug 09
Hi! Yes, I still can watch TV without snacking. Normally, I would eat something when my favorite shows are on air. Sometimes, I just watch the TV, but whenever there are commercial breaks, I'd look for something in the kitchen to munch away he he... or continue doing the laundry. Other times, I'd just sit there and watch the TV.
Other times, I'd just sit there and watch the TV. 
@LetranKnight25 (33121)
• Philippines
30 Aug 09
well, actually there are moments where i don't eat something.maybe at first but i normally sleep after wards or simply get food later
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@realan (518)
• United States
30 Aug 09
I don't snack too much while watching tv. Occasionally I will eat a meal, if I'm by myself. Sometimes I'll look through a magazine or work on my computer while I am watching tv. Most of the time I miss something, since I'm busy on the web. 
I usually will have to rewind and rewatch the section, since I have no idea what just happend. Thank goodness for DVR's.
I usually will have to rewind and rewatch the section, since I have no idea what just happend. Thank goodness for DVR's. 
@EnglishTeaDuck (862)
• United States
30 Aug 09
Yes, I hear ya!
I am currently trying to stick to a healthy eating plan because of my diabetes, and my absolute hardest time is when I am sitting watching tv - and yes, for me its crisps and biscuits too.
Ok, I can work those things into the plan, but I am a bit of a compulsive eater so if I start on them, theres no knowing where it could end! (Well, ok, I DO know, thats why its an issue..lol)
On thing I have done which is really helping is to start doing cross stitch -I know thats not much help if you're not a crafty type, but for me it keeps my hands busy and I can't eat because I will get crisp grease on the material!
@moneymakingtoday (4061)
• Philippines
30 Aug 09
The answer is Yes! I just don't feel like eating snacks while watching TV... maybe because I usually watch programs after a hearty meal. If I do, it is very very seldom. Sometimes, I take a glass of water if I feel empty on my stomach.
@evanscn07 (20)
• Malaysia
30 Aug 09
Well i usually dont eat snack while watching tv. But if i do, i like to eat cereal cornflake while watching tv and i didnt realise that i eat it until its finish already
@aseretdd (13730)
• Philippines
30 Aug 09
Well, i rarely eat snacks while watching tv... because i just can't concentrate on what i am watching if i am doing something else... like eating... so i prefer to just sit down and watch... but if i am very hungry... then i do take some bite of sandwich or some chips...
@robert19ph (4577)
• Philippines
30 Aug 09
hello DCLehnsherr,
I dont think so. It's impossible to watch tv and not eating at the same time. I always tend to eat anything while watching. The only thing that I don't is when I'm lying down and about to sleep especially when I'm on night shift.
My wife does the ironing while watching during weekend. But after that she does eat her snacks while watching too.
@mikeysmom (2088)
• United States
30 Aug 09
as much as i enjoy snacking while i watch tv it would only make me gain more weight so i try really hard not to. i do however keep some 100 calorie snack packs readily available so that if i do snack i do not do too much damage.
@agv0419 (3022)
• Philippines
30 Aug 09
I don't eat snack while watching TV but I did watch TV while eating breakfast and lunch I know that sometimes you can't control the amount of the food that you are eating. It is not a good habit because junk food is not good for our body. I think you should substitute eating vegetables or fruits instead. If I watch movies I don't eat snacks because I can't concentrate while watching.
@grace118224 (1038)
• China
30 Aug 09
When i was younger and was still single i did have snack when i watch TV . Besides biscuits or crisps i also cooked some noodles. But now i almost gave up watching TV because i'm so busy to take care of my little boy. I would let him to crawl on the floor while i surf on the net but never watch TV . People always say that watching TV with snacks together would get people fat . It's ture anyway, good luck.
@vandana7 (98845)
• India
30 Aug 09
Hi DCLehnsherr, nice topic. :-) Yeah, me too. :( I love eating. And I am very very close to being obese. :( Unlike u - I make it a point not have keep many eatables at home. That way, I would be forced to watch the program without eating anything. :-) And mylotting really helps me keep away from television, and since this activity requires me to use both my hands, I am not eating right now. :-) And therefore I have lost some calories that I would have otherwise accumulated at wrong places on my body. :-) Have a good day. :-)
