Fewer sugar cravings

guava6982

I have a problem with sugar. Even when I stay away from processed sugar for awhile, the desire for it never goes away. I think it's largely an emotional attachment. Baked goods, candy, etc. are my security blanket. I've chastised myself for years over it. How will I ever lose weight when I want to eat candy all the time? Why am I such a weak person? What's wrong with me? Well, since making the decision about a month ago to eat more calories, the cravings are so much less frequent and less intense. I can get through the work day without thinking about how much I want candy. There was free ice cream at work the other day, and I didn't even think about getting any. I am so focused on getting in enough healthy foods throughout the day that my mind is more occupied, and I am more physically satisfied. I never would have guessed that what I thought was a lack of willpower was maybe more about being hungry and feeling deprived. I suspect that it is largely psychological, and partly biological, but it is a very happy side effect that came with EMWL. I feel pretty confident that regardless of what the scale says, or how my clothes are fitting, I am healthier than I was before.

squishycow7

I'm awful with that kinda thing. I find it better to cut flour and sugar out completely, because on the days I do I feel great and don't miss it at all. It's when I START, even if it's one bite or one cookie or whatever, the rest of the day goes downhill.

Not saying I never eat them... but I certainly TRY not to because I know I just can't handle the cravings it starts.

jesscod

you are not weak - you may have a sugar addiction though. I would try to replace the behavior if you can....meaning find another activity or another food that has natural sugars. Other than this, I would say tell yourself to take it one day at a time - you may not win all your battles, but as long as you won the war that is all that matters.

Raynn1

I also found that once I increased my cals up and started eating more, the cravings for the high sugar "junk " has virtually gone away. I still have an occasional treat, but the craving, the NEED to have something RIGHT NOW has complete vanished. I certainly attribute it to eating more:) Congrats on knowing that is what has done it for you.

Its ok to indulge once in a while, but the good thing is with higher cals, you CAN now have those treats ant not worry about it ruining your day because it put you over your 1200+ cal restrictions:) I had a mini blizzard last night. First time in two years (I think) that I had one.. and it was still within my target for the day, and still had a great day otherwise. I didnt at all feel guilty about it:)

meggyh20

I was a sugar/carb junkie too, but yesterday I didn't plan well and didn't bring enough snacks to work with me. I found myself at the candy box looking at the nutrition info on all of the candy to see what was highest in protein. I chose a nut cluster and took a couple of bites. I was actually almost repulsed by the taste. So weird for me. It is sitting on my desk half eaten because I didn't want to waste my calories on junk. It's crazy how quickly our tastes can change. Now I'd rather have veggies and hummus or Greek yogurt.

twinmomtwice4

Sugar is my weakness too....esp cookies, candy and cake. But since eating healthier and increasing my calories, I too am finding I crave it less.

I took my kids out for ice cream yesterday on our bike ride home from school and I snacked on an apple and a string cheese while my kids enjoyed their ice cream. People were commenting on my "amazing willpower" but honestly, the ice cream just didn't appeal to me. Normally, it would have.

I definitely enjoy a sweet treat every once in awhile but it's no longer a daily thing for me!!

kels136

I'm awful with that kinda thing. I find it better to cut flour and sugar out completely, because on the days I do I feel great and don't miss it at all. It's when I START, even if it's one bite or one cookie or whatever, the rest of the day goes downhill.

Not saying I never eat them... but I certainly TRY not to because I know I just can't handle the cravings it starts.

I agree!! Once I start its like my body craves it all the more and then the day is a totally blow out. I'm on day 1 of EM2WL so I am hoping that my cravings will stop and hopefully I will be slim the healthy way and keep the weight of forever