I can certainly understand your feelings as I am only part-time employed and have suffered with depression a lot in the past.

Doctors have recommened exercise for depression, though I didn't take their advice. Finally, last January, I began a serious fitness program to augment my weight loss. The good news is that I no longer suffer depression. Oh yeah...I get a bit blue from time to time, but a 'bit blue' is definately NOT depression.

My suggestion to you would be to exercise when you have the urge for sugar/comfort. Take up walking/running, and I feel certain that you will find that you can get past the urge to eat sugar as well as improve your mental state.

If anything.....now I'm addicted to exercise. I love the way it makes me feel so good, whole, healthy and energized, both mentally and physically.

Marlaine