Lizzie,
Gosh if you're craving tomato soup, pickles and celery that is pretty good. None of those are fattening foods. So far I can't say I've had horrendous cravings. I do seem to crave more sugar than before. I'm not sure if that's related to the pred or not. I bought some yogurt and granola bars to help with my sweet tooth although tonight I broke down and had Oreos. I have had really good results from the Pred and if I gain a few pounds I can live with that. I have heard these stories of people who have gained 30 or 40 pounds in a month or two of being on it and that is what scares me. I think being strict with myself like you said may be the trick. How many mg's of pred are you on daily Lizzie?
Kendra