How to Stop Sugar Cravings
Do you really want to know how to stop sugar cravings? It will take some willpower and perseverance at first, but you really can do it. The rewards are tangible -- you'll feel better and your body will be healthier without sugar and refined starches. Start nourishing your body with the foods it needs and you can more easily figure out how to stop sugar cravings.
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Instructions
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Eat a healthy diet that includes good fats such as coconut oil, olive oil and yes, even butter. Your body often craves sugar because you are lacking certain nutrients and fat-soluble vitamins. (Photo: olive oil)
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Replace processed foods and refined starches with whole foods and sprouted (or fermented) breads. However, if you have a yeast problem you will need to cut out wheat products until you restore balance in your body. (Photo: whole grain bread)
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Make sure you are getting enough protein. Adequate protein intake will often stop sugar cravings. Try chicken with steamed veggies and teriyaki sauce as a protein-rich meal. (Photo: Chicken & Veggies)
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Eat an apple or other piece of fruit when your sugar cravings are at their worst. (Photo: Fresh Apples)
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Drink water, and bring water with you to sip, as proper hydration will help stop some sugar cravings. Sometimes, your body's need for water is interpreted as a desire for sugar.
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Tips & Warnings
Eat a filling meal before grocery shopping, to avoid impulse purchases of sugary snacks.
Give up sugar for Lent or other religious observation. Sometimes, having a spiritual goal makes it easier.
Bring cashews, carrot sticks and other non-sugary snacks to work.
