Make apples and rice cakes your only options for snacks, that way you only eat when your hungry enough to stomach one of those instead of munching when your bored. Aside from that, the usual - frequent meals, smaller portions, don't eat late at night, make sure you eat breakfast, and most of all: consistancy is key.

I don't know if it's the healthiest way to go, but it works: I drink green tea....the caffeine kills your appetite. If that doesn't work, I guess try coffee. If it still doesn't work, try meth.

I like this green tea thing, it definately keeps me from snacking. How many cups a day is too many, 5,6,12???

Anytime you want to eat, take off all your clothes and stand on a scale in front of the mirror. If that doesn't work, go the meth route ;).

Jicama is a great thing that you can eat. Lots of fiber, and lots of water. I am not sure if it will be as easy to find in IA as it is here in CA... Very popular with the Hispanic community here. I had never heard of it before my Mexican girlfriend introduced me to it. It's 45 calories for a full cup with 4g of fiber, and it's really yummy and refreshing. Just cut one of these babies up and carry some pieces with you to work, or leave them out at home. I guarantee that they will help you curb cravings, and FILL YOU UP. Carrots are also great to munch on.

I've done the light olive oil thing. One tablespoon about an hour after dinner. It satiates you, is relatively good for you, and the light version is tasteless, so you don't equate a flavor with it.

Also, here's info on Jicama: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jicama

I thought it was interesting that the Jicama root is used for many purposes, including being eaten raw, but the rest is very poisonous. Yikes!