SwEEt TooTH - need ideas

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  • amybg1
    amybg1 Posts: 631 Member
    Frozen yogurt can do it, dark chocolate - stuck in the freezer also works well. 1 square usually lasts me ages before I have another craving, one thing you should try is frozen fruits. Don't stick it in a smoothie, warm it up or anything just suck on them frozen and when they're melted then eat. The natural sugars seep out as they thaw which I've found helpful when you want sweets
  • vitamindesi
    vitamindesi Posts: 16 Member
    Oh man I can totally relate.
    I have a few go-to's for this:
    1) A handful of dark chocolate covered almonds
    2) Vanilla yogurt with honey nut cheerios and sliced strawberries mixed in.
    3)Homemade fruit smoothie! Don't add sugar though....just all natural fruit.
    4)Rice cake topped with pb and banana.

    Good luck :)
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    No doubt! So do I.

    Stevia herb extract powder makes a wonderful sweetener in herb teas like herbal chai, and also in plain yogurt as a dessert/snack.

    I have tried to create new habits of eating, and hopefully cause any unproductive craving tendencies to begin to go away. This is how: I have used hoodia herb extract in capsules to take the edge off the appetite so I can make the best food choices. I hear you have to find a very reputable brand of that or it can be bogus. Next, when I eat a meal or snack, I prioritize the veggies and protein, then add in appropriate amounts of carbs. I feel this develops and satisfies a genuine appetite while being good for health!

    Blessings to you and all your great efforts!
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    Carmelized anchovies. Sweet, cheap, bite sized, lasts for 17 days in fridge, and loaded with protein.
    http://www.maangchi.com/recipe/myulchibokkeum

    Find dried anchovies at your local asian market.
    Cool. Haven't tried them before!
  • fairestthings
    fairestthings Posts: 335 Member
    A person in my life guiding me on a healthier lifestyle told me for those kind of "need to have IT [specific thing]" kind of cravings, where even if you eat something else sweet you are not satisfied, then have a very reasonable sized portion of whatever you're craving specifically. If you normally would like, for instance, half of a Hershey chocolate bar (just using a random example) then allow yourself just a few squares. That way you've had "IT" but you aren't going crazy.
  • maryduggins
    maryduggins Posts: 219 Member
    * sugar free fudgesicle

    * frozen yogurt (literally freeze yogurt) pour into a ziploc baggie, cut the tip, make dots all over a plate and freeze... this is my favorite, or you can just open the yogurt up, put a spoon in, and freeze that. Eat it like a popsicle.

    * banana dipped in sprinkles(;

    * frozen banana

    * and sometimes... just eat the real sweets(;
  • summerg514
    summerg514 Posts: 6
    Ohmygosh I had a Kashi Go Lean Peanutty Dark Chocolate granola bar today and it was amazing--toootally satisfied my chocolate craving and it's only 130 cals. With a lot of protein and fiber, so it's a great energy boost, too.
  • steflbrown
    steflbrown Posts: 168
    I found sugar free fudgsicles are great. They only have 40 calories each and give me that sweet that I need.
  • bradshaws
    bradshaws Posts: 23 Member
    Nature Valley Granola Thins! They're only 80-90 calories and they're super delish!

    http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YJ-ZXyVQ9Ro/Tm9hOIL2iNI/AAAAAAAAA8U/mkYNluOg5ww/s1600/NV_Granola_Thins_Dark_Chocolate.jpg
  • acksaysbillthecat
    acksaysbillthecat Posts: 64
    A nutritionist podcast I listen to said that a sweet tooth after eating MAY (not always) indicate a zinc deficiency. Also can just be a habit.
    I started taking zinc pills and it really seemed to get rid of my sweet tooth.
  • stargazer008
    stargazer008 Posts: 531
    I like to eat dark chocolate because it has a strong taste which helps to curb your appetite. Get the high quality chocolate because you only need a tiny piece of it and you're satisfied. Today I had a piece of Lindt Caramel Sea Salt Dark Chocolate and it was only 64 calories.
  • Jewel0124
    Jewel0124 Posts: 119 Member
    I'm a BIG fan of sugar free popsicles. I also love fat free/sugar free chocolate pudding. (The kind that you mix). I add a little almond extract and a small dollop of ready whip and I'm in HEAVEN!!
  • iluvlabbies
    iluvlabbies Posts: 8 Member
    I crave sweets too, but have been trying to cut down on them and focus more on protein - handful of almonds for a snack.
    But I understand when the urge strikes, you have to be prepared. Some of my local go tos -

    -Edy's frozen juice pops - 25 cal per pop
    -Skinny cow or Slim-a-Bear ice cream treats
    -Chocolate shakeology + almond milk+PB2+lots of ice ==> frozen shake to die for
    -Sugar free gummy bears or sugar free jelly beans
    -apple slices with PB2 (PB2 mix + water to make like real peanut butter)
    -5 or 6 pieces of Mrs Mays nut snacks (www.mrsmays.com)
    -sugar free jello cups or sugar free dole fruit cups with gelatin
    -Fiber One 50 cal yogurt

    Keep at it. It can be tough, but keep your goal in mind and you can do it.
  • SpazzyMal
    SpazzyMal Posts: 276 Member
    I used to have a serious sweet tooth too. I found that the less I ate of it, the less I craved it. Today I can make do with fruit smoothies most of the days as my sweet tooth fix. I'm all about fruit now. I've also been known to toss in granola, yogurt or a few chocolate chips. I just make sure that fruit is my base.
  • zachariahw
    zachariahw Posts: 1
    Not sure if someone said this already (LOTS of replies) - but my wife and I use the 100 calorie snack packs

    http://brands.nabisco.com/100caloriepacks/

    They are all different so you will have to see which one you like. My wife has a pack after each meal with a cup of coffee.

    Also the "Skinny Cow" brand has some freezer snacks that are pretty low cal and satisfy the ice cream sweet tooth with healthy, low cal versions.
  • ChangeIsADecision
    ChangeIsADecision Posts: 709 Member
    YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!! Thanks for all the ideas, sites, suggestions, etc.... these are GREAT!!!!! I'm pumped!
  • ChangeIsADecision
    ChangeIsADecision Posts: 709 Member
    Try the 3 - 2 - 1 cupcake

    1 box Angel Food cake mix
    1 box cake mix - any flavor

    Combine both in a ziploc bag (best w/zip-lock or self seal). Mix well.
    Remember that one MUST be angel food cake. And angel food cake has egg whites (in case you have allergies)

    Whenever you want a personal cupcake:

    3 tablespoons from the mixed cakes
    2 tablespoons water
    1 minute in the microwave
    (Notice why it is called 3 - 2 - 1?)

    You can even add fat-free cool whip if you want.

    I THINK I LOVE YOU!!! This is a GREAT IDEA!! Thanks for sharing!
  • karendsmith
    karendsmith Posts: 167
    small pieces of dark chocolate do it for me - like the little dove squares or hershey bliss - they are about 35-45 calories per square. And if you have 2 - its not that bad.

    I do the same, 2 or 3 small squares of the dark chocolate dove or bliss and that satisfys mt sweet tooth craving! especially helpful when pms/ing!
  • chrisfaina
    chrisfaina Posts: 3
    sugar free jello
    dark dark chocolate (85%+)
  • DrJackson6
    DrJackson6 Posts: 156 Member
    You can have an entire peppermint patty for only 140 calories. I love them, the keep me sane. LOL
  • HeatherNoyes
    HeatherNoyes Posts: 114 Member
    TCBY has chocolate fudge frozen yogurt bars. They are DELICIOUS! 80 calories a piece so even if you have two, its ok. Hershey's also makes 100 calorie chocolate sticks. I also like any Fiber One bar.
  • Mrs16
    Mrs16 Posts: 86
    Del monte frozen fruit bars ( strawberry kiwi) are only 50 cal
  • Donnacoach
    Donnacoach Posts: 540 Member
    Pudding, fiber 1 bars, dark choc. granola bars, strawberry's to name a few.
  • dmanning0819
    dmanning0819 Posts: 93 Member
    I found this on skinny taste and this was really awesome. I really love banana's and this really hit my sweet tooth.

    Baked Bananas Servings: 1 • Calories: 143 1 medium ripe banana, cut in half lengthwise 2 tsp honey or agave
    cinnamon.
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    Peel and cut bananas in half.
    Arrange banana in an oven safe dish or on tinfoil. Sprinkle with cinnamon and honey.
    Cover and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on how soft you like them.
  • Julem22
    Julem22 Posts: 107 Member
    One of those little cups of sugar free jello mixed with one of those little cups of Kozy Shack Tapioca pudding (sugar free kind) Mix it together...it sound gross but it is good, and you feel like you are eating alot!! Only 60 calories!!! BTW I am the SAME way, at night I cut up and apple and sprinke cinammon on it and microwave it for a few minutes!
  • perfect10isha
    perfect10isha Posts: 200 Member
    I don't know if anyone else recommended this, but try GUM! Not just any gum, a real sweet and juicy flavor like 5 gum, they have like a watermelon flavor and if I pop a piece of gum after a meal... I'm soooooo good. It satisfies the sweet tooth and keeps my mouth busy so I can think about other things. Other than food.

    If you have a serious sweet tooth like me than having a bite of chocolate or something only feeds the beast and makes you want it more, so if you can try to break the habit by chewing gum instead. It really helps me. If you just have to have a sweet treat try the skinny cow ice creams. Its cold so you can't eat it too fast, they are relatively low in calories and just as satisfying as a full fat ice cream.
  • Bordenave
    Bordenave Posts: 13
    I am on the jello binge. Also visualization helps me. I sit quietly and envision the look of a desert that I would like to eat. I imagine the smell of it and then I am able to remember the taste of it. Once I have gone through this exercise, my craving usually has passed. Call me crazy or.....
    Has anyone else tried this?
  • JJShotz
    JJShotz Posts: 43 Member
    Nips brand hard carmels. 30 calories and last a long time if you don't bite them. Very tasty!

    http://www.amazon.com/Nips-Rich-Creamy-Caramel-Candy/dp/B002HTLMHW/ref=sr_1_3?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1336500227&sr=1-3

    ...and no this isn't my Amazon page, but a good deal if you're interested.
  • Jmd1970
    Jmd1970 Posts: 13
    We are entering ice cream season, and there is a little ice cream shop close to our home that my kids like to frequent. Whenever we get them ice cream I have this...which makes me feel like I'm not missing a thing!
    Chocolate Shake:
    1 Banana (not ripe = YUCK!)
    1 Cup Almond , Soy or Skim milk
    1 TBSP Natural Peanut or Almond Butter
    1 TBSP Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    Ice

    It's DELICIOUS!

    Funny--I make the exact same thing, but I use 1% milk for extra creaminess. So good!
  • cbart2818
    cbart2818 Posts: 188 Member
    Bump to read later!!

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