Calling all sugar addicts!
sophieamhaley
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I've got to admit it, I'm a sugar addict!
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
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I don't think it's an addiction. I think people can have cravings for things but I'm not willing to sell my body for a Klondike bar. I just learn moderation and live at peace with my food.0
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I've got to admit it, I'm a sugar addict!
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
Without sugar you'd die, true story0 -
I am totally addicted myself but haven't found what helps. I know some people go completely off it, but I don't know how I can switch to that lifestyle right now.0
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I been slowly cutting down my sugar habit but its definitely a tough road to go down. I went from drinking a 12 pack of coke a day down to maybe 1 or 2 every other weekend. I am now on a journey to cut my sugar down to 60 grams. Basically replace sugar with honey agave nectar and using fruits to get my sugar fix. Not really cutting out sugar just reducing the additive sugars I put in everything.0
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I have been struggling viciously with binging on sugary carby foods, so I'm giving the 21 Day Detox a try. Not everyone would promote a "plan" like this, but I really like it so far. I have stopped eating crappy fat free yogurts with all kinds of additives and artificial sweeteners, sweet coffee creamers, etc. Only a couple of days in and my taste buds are picking up on the natural sweetness of whole foods.0
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Processed sugars are an addiction for me. When I go off, I get a headache for several days. Ibuprofen helps me through. Once past that three day mark, the pull is easier to avoid. (likely because of the memory of NOT wanting to go through the headache phase again.) Having something to look forward to, like dark chocolate with almonds helps and I can stop eating that. (Unlike a pan of brownies where I can put away the whole thing, then look for more sugar to the point of ...well...I'm not going to go there.) Definitely eating more "clean" (whole foods, less processed stuff.) helps me tremendously, too. If I have something sweet, then I have to recognize the next time I crave it if it is the craving speaking...in which case I assert myself (keep busy, make other healtier choices) and avoid it to get back to the place where it loses its pull on me. The longer I go without the easier to avoid when its in my face. (bowls on desks, break room "treats", kids bringing stuff from grandma's...etc.)
I don't know about the book you are talking about, but I know there are plenty of people who claim sugar addiction. I think much like some people can handle alcohol fine without addiction, there are likely many people who can handle processed sugar without any trouble. For some of us, it is a gateway that leads to addictive behaviors (hiding while eating, hoarding, seeking...unable to think of anything else until you get that fix...then great for a bit until you come down...then feeling crappy...but the crappy feeling only makes you seek to get more to feel good again even though logically we know it's stupid.) Yeah...addiction.
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MJterp just described my deal with simple sugar. When I quit, if I make it thru day 3 with no sugar I am fine until I decide to eat it again. Days 2 and 3 my body screams for it.
I dont expect people who dont have this issue to understand.
http://www.aol.com/article/2014/02/24/doctor-says-sugar-eight-times-more-addictive-than-cocaine/20837016/?icid=maing-grid7|maing8|dl1|sec1_lnk3%26pLid%3D4469560 -
Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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yuuuuuuuuuup.I don't think it's an addiction. I think people can have cravings for things but I'm not willing to sell my body for a Klondike bar. I just learn moderation and live at peace with my food.0 -
have a small handful of semisweet chocolate chips when that craving hits....I know it all too well and this helps!
but if it fits in your macros get it in yah!0 -
Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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That's an interesting argument. But are you really sure no one would eat the chocolate with poo sprinkles if there were not other chocolate available? A cocaine addict that could simply walk to the nearest 7-Eleven and get clean coke wouldn't likely take your poo sprinkles cocaine.
But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?0 -
I've got to admit it, I'm a sugar addict!
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
Without sugar you'd die, true story
I would imagine you and she are not talking about the same definition of sugar.0 -
I am totally addicted myself but haven't found what helps. I know some people go completely off it, but I don't know how I can switch to that lifestyle right now.
I understand completely. I am addicted to sugar. Those of us who have this addiction can fully appreciate and understand the struggle. I seem to do ok if I can stay away from it completely but if I fall off the wagon then I am in trouble. I am back to eating small meals 5 times a day and for me that seems to work in keeping the cravings in check.0 -
My nutritionist says if you eat enough protein and maintain a good diet the cravings will go away. It's a matter of making sure your body has what it needs from the good and healthy stuff and it will help you stay away from the 'bad' stuff. I've tried it, it works, but then one slip up and I'm back to the sweets! I just had Pineapple Upside Down Cake for Breakfast!! Imagine what my nutritionist is going to say about that?0
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I think it would depend on the poo and the chocolate....American chocolate I'd probably just eat the poo.Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?0 -
Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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That's an interesting argument. But are you really sure no one would eat the chocolate with poo sprinkles if there were not other chocolate available? A cocaine addict that could simply walk to the nearest 7-Eleven and get clean coke wouldn't likely take your poo sprinkles cocaine.
But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?
Point to ponder!!!0 -
I'm exactly like you..........Then I hit the gym and burn it all off - Today slice of birthday cake and loads of cookies... TUT TUT!!!
But I work my butt off to try and burn off the rubbish, and to obviously make myself feel better....!!!
Who bloody invented chocolate and biscuits???????????????????? Too yummy!!0 -
Fun fact : the most common substance for which people seek treatment is, by far, alcohol. I could be wrong, but I think the second most common one is marijuana.Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Neither of them require going to extremes in order to procure or use, and marijuana never results in extreme behaviour of any kind. The fact that you're not shooting up from a dirty needle or snorting off a dirty floor is a very poor indication of addictive potential.0 -
MJterp just described my deal with simple sugar. When I quit, if I make it thru day 3 with no sugar I am fine until I decide to eat it again. Days 2 and 3 my body screams for it.
I dont expect people who dont have this issue to understand.
http://www.aol.com/article/2014/02/24/doctor-says-sugar-eight-times-more-addictive-than-cocaine/20837016/?icid=maing-grid7|maing8|dl1|sec1_lnk3%26pLid%3D446956
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I've got to admit it, I'm a sugar addict!
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
Without sugar you'd die, true story
I would imagine you and she are not talking about the same definition of sugar.
No, I'm on about chocolate and cake and biscuits - processed sugar? Refined sugar?0 -
I've got to admit it, I'm a sugar addict!
Has anyone read The Sweet Poison Quit Plan? Did it work? I've got to break out of this cycle! :explode: I know I'm an addict because I can go so many days with nothing and and I quite literally start jonesing for chocolate and I have an almighty binge and then feel gross!
I've read that sugar is as addictive as nicotine! Is there anyone on here that's managed to kick the habit?
Without sugar you'd die, true story
I would imagine you and she are not talking about the same definition of sugar.
No, I'm on about chocolate and cake and biscuits - processed sugar? Refined sugar?
You will not die without those things.0 -
I gave up sugar almost three weeks ago and trust me.....I love my chocolate! The first week, I craved it so bad but I have already overcome that. I work in an office that constantly has donuts, cookies and cake and I havent had a bite but it did take willpower. I can't say how I will be long term but right now I feel so much better.
I only had cravings the first week, the last two weeks havent bothered me at all. I think for me, its because I am seeing weight drop off of me by eliminating sugar and white flour, and bad carbs. So many things have sugar. Its about reading labels.
I feel like I am thinking clearer and I dont think about food all the time like I used to.
Eating more protein and lots of veggies keeps me on track.0 -
Hey, who knows. I've seen people do some stupid **** for kicks. Again, I don't liken sugar "addiction" to that of cocaine, heroin, gambling, etc. I don't see people who have to abstain from it, then get a massive craving and would hike 5 miles for it to get a fix. But again, who knows?Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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That's an interesting argument. But are you really sure no one would eat the chocolate with poo sprinkles if there were not other chocolate available? A cocaine addict that could simply walk to the nearest 7-Eleven and get clean coke wouldn't likely take your poo sprinkles cocaine.
But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?
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:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: C'mon now Ghiradelli chocolate from SF is da bomb and US made!
I think it would depend on the poo and the chocolate....American chocolate I'd probably just eat the poo.Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?
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I think it's easier as you get older. Your tastebuds mature and change. I used to adore sugary treats but now I find that I can hardly stomach some of them anymore.
Now, I like the way plain yogurt tastes and I used to use the kind with as much sugar as a candy bar. I'm OK with no sugar in my coffee whereas I used to use FIVE. I even got 365 Brand peanut butter for my peanut butter cups.
Yes, I still like a good piece of cake. But it has to be GOOD.0 -
I think it's easier as you get older. Your tastebuds mature and change. I used to adore sugary treats but now I find that I can hardly stomach some of them anymore.
Now, I like the way plain yogurt tastes and I used to use the kind with as much sugar as a candy bar. I'm OK with no sugar in my coffee whereas I used to use FIVE. I even got 365 Brand peanut butter for my peanut butter cups.
Yes, I still like a good piece of cake. But it has to be GOOD.
How old do you have to be? I'm going to be 53 this year and have not found this to be true. I mean, sure I want cake to be good, but that was always true. Who wants to eat bad cake?
I've become accustomed to denying myself too many sugary treats, but they still taste as good as ever.0 -
Hey, who knows. I've seen people do some stupid **** for kicks. Again, I don't liken sugar "addiction" to that of cocaine, heroin, gambling, etc. I don't see people who have to abstain from it, then get a massive craving and would hike 5 miles for it to get a fix. But again, who knows?Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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That's an interesting argument. But are you really sure no one would eat the chocolate with poo sprinkles if there were not other chocolate available? A cocaine addict that could simply walk to the nearest 7-Eleven and get clean coke wouldn't likely take your poo sprinkles cocaine.
But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?
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I've been known to hike 5 miles to fit wine into my plan. I imagine some would do the same for a bowl of Ben & Jerry's.0 -
I meant literally hike 5 miles to go get a tablespoonful of it to get their fix.
Hey, who knows. I've seen people do some stupid **** for kicks. Again, I don't liken sugar "addiction" to that of cocaine, heroin, gambling, etc. I don't see people who have to abstain from it, then get a massive craving and would hike 5 miles for it to get a fix. But again, who knows?Unlike a heroin addict who would risk using a dirty needle or a cocaine addict who would snort spilled cocaine of a urine infested floor, I truly doubt any sugar addict here would eat any sugar laden product after abstaining from it for however many days, if I sprinkled poo on it. If you could, then maybe you are a sugar "addict".
Physiologically we use glucose for energy, so we're never "abstaining" from it anyway. Psychologically people adhere to habitual behavior until it's changed. Habitually "needing" sugar will keep people wanting it. IMO it's really not an addiction since you really can't moderate addiction.
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That's an interesting argument. But are you really sure no one would eat the chocolate with poo sprinkles if there were not other chocolate available? A cocaine addict that could simply walk to the nearest 7-Eleven and get clean coke wouldn't likely take your poo sprinkles cocaine.
But what if chocolate were illegal and the only chocolate or sweet treat of any kind was your chocolate with poo sprinkles. Are you positive no one would take it?
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I've been known to hike 5 miles to fit wine into my plan. I imagine some would do the same for a bowl of Ben & Jerry's.
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Not sure with all the debating going on with this post that you will see this, but I wanted to tell you there is hope! Whether others agree that sugar is addicting or not, I know it is for me and like other addictions, you need to stay away from it completely in order to kick the "habit". This is harder than it seems, you have to be scrupulous when reading labels..there is sugar in EVERYTHING! I once checked a turkey "just to be sure" and it had sugar in it!!! (not sliced, a whole turkey).
I have been completely off sugar for quite a few years now and it has made a huge difference. Now and then I miss some things, but do not have to deal with the cravings any more. If you really want to stop, you have to go all the way or it just won't do you any good.
Well, that's my two cents anyway0 -
Wow I came to this post for strategies and all I see is a bunch of disrespectful arguing? Palease!!!!! If you can't relate to driving around in your car eating donuts so your family won't know...and then realizing they will wonder what happen to the 4 missing out of the dozen so you hide them ...only to eat the rest about an hour later after everyone is gone to school...why are you posting on this thread... YOU DON"T GET IT... Man I am interested in hearing strategies... when I am off the stuff I don't want it... if I start it... it consumes my whole world and it becomes all I think about... I DON"T CARE WHAT YOU REFER TO THAT AS ... it is not the way to live ... high and mighties get out of the way please so those of us who need strategies to bite the bullet ...again... can get support...
Sakes alive people....0
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