Hi California - glad you survived that craving. I haven't had one in a few days now (whew), but I had a few last week that almost knocked my socks off. I did what you did - eat.... I know it's not good for me either, but it really does take almost all of the craving away. I noticed the same thing when I drank, too. I'd often intentionally wait until the end of the day to have my one main meal, because I knew that it would decrease the absorption of alcohol plus make me feel like I didn't want anymore. Yep......cuckoo.
I have started exercising a little, so hoping that will help in all areas, including weight.
