10 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings

10 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings

• Increase your protein intake

Our bodies often exhibit cravings for sweets when the actual need is protein.

• Remove temptations

Conscious efforts should be made to clear your refrigerator and pantry of cake, ice cream, and cookies. When you go food shopping, keep your eyes off sweets. If you stay away from things that tempt you your cravings will subside.

• Distractions

Divert your attention to something else. You will soon forget about your craving. Get involved in some other activities such as watching TV, reading, or dancing. Avoid sitting alone and thinking about it.

• Replace sweets with fruit

Sugar in processed foods is digested differently than sugar in fruit, primarily because processed sugar contains 50% fructose which is difficult for your liver to metabolize. Fruits contain fiber, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and phytonutrients to counteract the harmful metabolic effects of fructose and glucose.

• Read Labels

Be aware of how much sugar you are consuming. Knowing the sugar content will help kick your addiction. Foods and drinks with high sugar content should be avoided.

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