Sugar addiction....
AprilMae1975
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I need help overcoming my sugar addiction. I would love tips from anyone who has been through this and broke the addiction.
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I had to stop looking at it like an addiction. My eating is something I can choose to have control of. Most of the time, I do well with the eating. Every now and then, I splurge. Not "cheat", not "cave in", or any of those other terms that make us feel like failures. Changing my mindset was KEY. Believe in yourself and respect your body enough to make healthier food choices.0
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This might not end well......0
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I need help overcoming my sugar addiction. I would love tips from anyone who has been through this and broke the addiction.
21 Day Sugar Detox or Whole30.0 -
It's really tough! I'm working on this myself! I've started by completely cutting out all added sugar and packaged snacks! I eat a bit of fruit when I want something sweet. You just have to keep buggering on I'm afraid until your body stops craving it as much!0
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There's no such thing. Just get your diet figured out and fit in moderate amounts of foods you enjoy.0
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Check ingredient labels every time you buy something or eat something.0
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I need help overcoming my sugar addiction. I would love tips from anyone who has been through this and broke the addiction.
Zero carb diet for a detox since carbs are sugars0 -
Describe your relationship with sugar.0
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When did you finally realize you had a problem?
When it started affecting your work, when you sold your TV for a sugar cube, or when you gave a bj for a sugar packet?
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Just stop eating sugar. It's hard, and you'll have a headache for a couple days, but it's the best way to do it. Drink lots of water and find something to distract you when you get a craving.
What's the problem? Chocolate? Junk food? Soda?0 -
When did you finally realize you had a problem?
When it started affecting your work, when you sold your TV for a sugar cube, or when you gave a bj for a sugar packet?
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stop eating sugar.
i have yet to meet someone who was addicted to sugar and had withdrawal symptoms.
It's as simple as saying I'm not going to eat anymore sugars. Stop buying the stuff, if it isn't in your home, you can't eat it without driving to get some.0 -
Recognizing you have a problem is the first step. You should contact all the people you've hurt in the process of your addiction and make amends.0
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no such thing as sugar addiction.
you just like sugar a lot.0 -
I need help overcoming my sugar addiction. I would love tips from anyone who has been through this and broke the addiction.
21 Day Sugar Detox or Whole30.
LOL'Z
There's no such thing, unless OP, you're in a bathroom somewhere with a tourniquet tied around your arm or you're sneaking it in your coffee.0 -
Why do you feel your addicted?0
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You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.0 -
When did you finally realize you had a problem?
When it started affecting your work, when you sold your TV for a sugar cube, or when you gave a bj for a sugar packet?
I had to go to SA sugarholics anonymous...that was a tough time in my life..0 -
I relate to this a lot and I really don't think you'll find someone who is completely "sober" from sugar since it is all around us all the time. Even a monthly snack would be considered cheating if it were an addiction. Which is why I second that it cannot be called an addiction. I call it a craving because that is what it feels like to me. And it is a very tricky craving in that if you give in you will become hungrier. So look at that sugary snack as a medication for appetite because that is what it will give you!
I started this thing where candy is for kids only, now I do not eat candy. From there it was harder to avoid the obligatory slice of cake at a party or ice cream once a week. I think the best way to successfully get ahold of the sugar crave is to give yourself boundaries and do NOT break them. I would even go as far as to say "you can have that cookie but you have to run/walk first" and you'll see that after you ran/walked you may actually not want that cookie anymore!
My new implementations are dessert once a week except for special occasions. And if you're a socialite and have a special occassion several times a week then obviously that is something you will have to revise. And one dessert means one serving of course. I heard it should be about 5% of your diet if you have it everyday, that would include a morning breakfast cookie/scone/mocha/anything high in sugars0 -
OP please clarify as to why you feel this is an "addiction"0
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You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.
Um, how did you stop eating sugar but ate fruit?0 -
^ThisThere's no such thing. Just get your diet figured out and fit in moderate amounts of foods you enjoy.
Have you ever seen someone that was actually addicted to something? It's not pretty.0 -
I relate to this a lot and I really don't think you'll find someone who is completely "sober" from sugar since it is all around us all the time. Even a monthly snack would be considered cheating if it were an addiction. Which is why I second that it cannot be called an addiction. I call it a craving because that is what it feels like to me. And it is a very tricky craving in that if you give in you will become hungrier. So look at that sugary snack as a medication for appetite because that is what it will give you!
I started this thing where candy is for kids only, now I do not eat candy. From there it was harder to avoid the obligatory slice of cake at a party or ice cream once a week. I think the best way to successfully get ahold of the sugar crave is to give yourself boundaries and do NOT break them. I would even go as far as to say "you can have that cookie but you have to run/walk first" and you'll see that after you ran/walked you may actually not want that cookie anymore!
My new implementations are dessert once a week except for special occasions. And if you're a socialite and have a special occassion several times a week then obviously that is something you will have to revise. And one dessert means one serving of course. I heard it should be about 5% of your diet if you have it everyday, that would include a morning breakfast cookie/scone/mocha/anything high in sugars
I am sorry but this is a little ridiculous...
I eat sugar every day ..carbs, fruit, whatever, and as of this morning am 173 pounds and about 13% body fat....
So I really do not understand this line of thinking...0 -
You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.
Um, how did you stop eating sugar but ate fruit?
fruit sugar is not real sugar, everyone knows that!0 -
:huh:I relate to this a lot and I really don't think you'll find someone who is completely "sober" from sugar since it is all around us all the time. Even a monthly snack would be considered cheating if it were an addiction. Which is why I second that it cannot be called an addiction. I call it a craving because that is what it feels like to me. And it is a very tricky craving in that if you give in you will become hungrier. So look at that sugary snack as a medication for appetite because that is what it will give you!
I started this thing where candy is for kids only, now I do not eat candy. From there it was harder to avoid the obligatory slice of cake at a party or ice cream once a week. I think the best way to successfully get ahold of the sugar crave is to give yourself boundaries and do NOT break them. I would even go as far as to say "you can have that cookie but you have to run/walk first" and you'll see that after you ran/walked you may actually not want that cookie anymore!
My new implementations are dessert once a week except for special occasions. And if you're a socialite and have a special occassion several times a week then obviously that is something you will have to revise. And one dessert means one serving of course. I heard it should be about 5% of your diet if you have it everyday, that would include a morning breakfast cookie/scone/mocha/anything high in sugars0 -
You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.
Um, how did you stop eating sugar but ate fruit?
fruit sugar is not real sugar, everyone knows that!
Fruits don't have fructose.0 -
You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.
Um, how did you stop eating sugar but ate fruit?
Have you ever heard someone ask 'Oh god. I'm so addicted to fruit! How do I stop eating it?!' No, because it's the processed sugar that tends to have addictive qualities. They're two different kinds of sugar, so no need to be the 'but its all sugar' guy.0 -
I really wish that they would slap a sin tax on Dairy Queen.
I have to pass one every morning when I drive to the liquor store to pick up my fifth of Jack for breakfast.0 -
I may not be physically addicted to it but if feels like it has a strong hold on me. I know this might sound super dramatic but it's the best way I can describe it. I don't drink much soda but I love cookies, cakes, donuts etc. I will do great for a few days then splurge on something and then it's all downhill again. I have gained control over all other aspects of my eating except this part. I am just looking to find people who can relate to what I am going through.
I know that the change starts with me...0 -
You stop eating it. You say no. And you don't vilify it. It's not the sugar's fault. Sugary foods aren't bad, and they aren't the devil.
I had to stop eating sugar for about a month before the cravings stopped. I cut WAY down on bread and tried my best to eliminate all processed foods. I had a piece of fruit after every meal to retrain my brain and cravings that after dinner I didn't want ice cream, I wanted a peach. When I do want something sweet, I eat a piece of fruit. When I want something salty, I have some almonds or cashews.
Yesterday I had a small slice of cake, and I have no cravings for more. It was enough for me.
Ultimately, you stop eating sugar the same way that you stop being overweight. You have self control and say 'no'.
Um, how did you stop eating sugar but ate fruit?
Have you ever heard someone ask 'Oh god. I'm so addicted to fruit! How do I stop eating it?!' No, because it's the processed sugar that tends to have addictive qualities. They're two different kinds of sugar, so no need to be the 'but its all sugar' guy.
You are aware that fruits contain lots of different types of sugars, fructose, glucose, sucrose etc, right? I'd love to hear exactly how those are different then "processed" sugars, esp metabolically0
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