I have found munching on sugary snacks just makes me crave more sugary snacks and I know I am not alone on this ;)
That afternoon chocolate bar to cope with my afternoon slump just leaves me craving another treat in the short term after and then reach for a biscuit in the lunch room at work.
Fact is eating lots of simple carbohydrates, without the backuo of protein or fat, can satidfy hunger quickly and give your body a short term boost, but just as quickly leave you feeling famished again and craving more.
The taste of sugar also releases feel good endorphins and creates a natural high, which is why it is so addictive and people often use it to cope with stress and anxiety.
How to Stop Sugar Cravings!!
- Give in a little to avoid a binge. Eat a bit of what you’re craving, but keep it small try not to exceed 150 calories. Having a small amount of what you love can help you feel less deprived
- Eat something wholesome with the treat. To fill yourself up and avoid eating more sugary treats, for example have some almonds with chocolate chips. You will satisfy a craving and get healthy nutrients from foods that fill you up.
- Go cold turkey. Going cold turkey helps diminish after a few days, but the initial period quitting is tough. In time you are able to train their taste buds to crave less.
- Chewies! Research has shown that chewing gum can reduce cravings, especially peppermint flavours.
- Eat fruit instead. Get some sweetness from a piece of fruit, you'll also get some nutrients and fibre out of it too!
- Walk it off. A change of scenery can help you fight off the craving, take a 10 minute walk.
- Eat regularly. Eat every 3-5 hours can help keep blood sugar stable and help you to avoid binging on unhealty snacks.
Source: www.webmd.com WebMD Feature By Wendy C Fries, reviewed by Louise Chang, MD.
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