Addicted to sugar

I understand you, because I'm the same way... I just love sweets. But I also know that when they're not around, I don't want to eat them. So I don't keep any sweets at home, and when they're not available, I don't think about them. Then when I have some, I can't stop thinking about them. So I don't buy any.

You can switch to lower-cal stuff, for example low-fat frozen yogurt, low fat chocolate, also you can cheat with stuff like pour a tablespoon of honey on cereal etc.

I read a very interesting article about honey - it said that if you drink a cup of hot water with 2 tablespoons of honey mixed in before bedtime, it'll help you manage the sweet cravings during the day? Of course, like many things, it won't work for everyone, but may be worth a try? Just don't make boiling water cause it kills all the goodness in honey - boil water then fill half cup and top up with cold water, then put the honey in.

There are always options, you can still eat sweet, but smart

Why low fat? Dietary fat is satisfying and necessary.

:happy: A different perspective:

I stopped eating sugar.

Now I don't crave anything. :happy:

No need to lie to everyone...

I really don't crave all that sugary crap any more - no lies. It's really easy to say no. I used to fantasise about gorging myself on cakes and ice cream and chocolate and puddings. I used to actually hunt for my next sugary hit. For me it is a drug I'd rather not have in my life. I have taken back control of my food which I see as fuel now - I love it!

I don't miss the sugar and everyone who knows me has noticed all the positive side effects that has had in me, less moody, less insomnia, much easier pmt, more money in my pocket, clear skin, more energy........

:happy: A different perspective:

I stopped eating sugar.

Now I don't crave anything. :happy:

No need to lie to everyone...

I really don't crave all that sugary crap any more - no lies. It's really easy to say no. I used to fantasise about gorging myself on cakes and ice cream and chocolate and puddings. I used to actually hunt for my next sugary hit. For me it is a drug I'd rather not have in my life. I have taken back control of my food which I see as fuel now - I love it!

I don't miss the sugar and everyone who knows me has noticed all the positive side effects that has had in me, less moody, less insomnia, much easier pmt, more money in my pocket, clear skin, more energy........

So you eat zero carb, or just don't know what sugar is?

:happy: A different perspective:

I stopped eating sugar.

Now I don't crave anything. :happy:

No need to lie to everyone...

I really don't crave all that sugary crap any more - no lies. It's really easy to say no. I used to fantasise about gorging myself on cakes and ice cream and chocolate and puddings. I used to actually hunt for my next sugary hit. For me it is a drug I'd rather not have in my life. I have taken back control of my food which I see as fuel now - I love it!

I don't miss the sugar and everyone who knows me has noticed all the positive side effects that has had in me, less moody, less insomnia, much easier pmt, more money in my pocket, clear skin, more energy........

So you eat zero carb, or just don't know what sugar is?

No dear boy, I don't eat refined sugar, stop being a troll looking for an argument. Be tolerant and understand that for some people eliminating processed sugar JUST WORKS. Yes I eat a little fruit occasionally, but rarely, yes I eat very dark chocolate made with xylitol occasionally for the health benefits of cocoa but I USUALLY choose food like meat, fish, eggs and veggies.

:happy: A different perspective:

I stopped eating sugar.

Now I don't crave anything. :happy:

No need to lie to everyone...

I really don't crave all that sugary crap any more - no lies. It's really easy to say no. I used to fantasise about gorging myself on cakes and ice cream and chocolate and puddings. I used to actually hunt for my next sugary hit. For me it is a drug I'd rather not have in my life. I have taken back control of my food which I see as fuel now - I love it!

I don't miss the sugar and everyone who knows me has noticed all the positive side effects that has had in me, less moody, less insomnia, much easier pmt, more money in my pocket, clear skin, more energy........

So you eat zero carb, or just don't know what sugar is?

No dear boy, I don't eat refined sugar, stop being a troll looking for an argument. Be tolerant and understand that for some people eliminating processed sugar JUST WORKS. Yes I eat a little fruit occasionally, but rarely, yes I eat very dark chocolate made with xylitol occasionally for the health benefits of cocoa but I USUALLY choose food like meat, fish, eggs and veggies.

I dont thinj you understand what a troll is.

:happy: A different perspective:

I stopped eating sugar.

Now I don't crave anything. :happy:

No need to lie to everyone...

I really don't crave all that sugary crap any more - no lies. It's really easy to say no. I used to fantasise about gorging myself on cakes and ice cream and chocolate and puddings. I used to actually hunt for my next sugary hit. For me it is a drug I'd rather not have in my life. I have taken back control of my food which I see as fuel now - I love it!

I don't miss the sugar and everyone who knows me has noticed all the positive side effects that has had in me, less moody, less insomnia, much easier pmt, more money in my pocket, clear skin, more energy........

So you eat zero carb, or just don't know what sugar is?

No dear boy, I don't eat refined sugar, stop being a troll looking for an argument. Be tolerant and understand that for some people eliminating processed sugar JUST WORKS. Yes I eat a little fruit occasionally, but rarely, yes I eat very dark chocolate made with xylitol occasionally for the health benefits of cocoa but I USUALLY choose food like meat, fish, eggs and veggies.

I dont thinj you understand what a troll is.

I thought a troll was someone being provocative just to get a reaction.

Are his comments helpful to the OP? I'm not sure they are, I just offered a different perspective as I have found success controlling binges and craving, my post was supportive and helpful. The man who obviously lives on this forum given he's posted over 9,000 times but who can't be bothered to fill out his diary as an example of a diary that works for him so others might learn from his example. Just because he's got a buff body does not make him an expert particularly on what works for my body or lifestyle.

So you eat zero carb, or just don't know what sugar is?

It is fairly obvious they mean they no longer eat refined sugars.

Oh so they were only addicted to refined sugars? Good thing there is plenty of evidence of that in humans.

Perhaps you can enlighten us if the below is evil refined sucrose from a sugar packet or sucrose from an apple?

Surely the delivery method matters?

I don't know if sugar addiction is real or not but for me personally severely restricting it felt exactly like quitting cigarettes. It's much easier for me to avoid sugar on a daily basis (and eat a low carb diet) so I don't even have to think about it -- if I don't eat it, I don't want it. I save the sugary treats and the like for a once in awhile indulgence/special occasions and then I'm prepared to exert my willpower to resist the cravings I'm almost guaranteed to experience afterwards. So far, so good.

Best wishes figuring out what works for you, OP.

Are you talking about that fruit sugar is usually paired with fiber, thus slowing rise in blood glucose? If so, what say you about frosted mini wheats

I have ice cream every day, while meeting my nutritional and calories goals, and have lost 125lbs. You really don't have to be miserable or deprive yourself to lose weight.

I am neither miserable or feel deprived, I am very happy indeed!

I have ice cream every day, while meeting my nutritional and calories goals, and have lost 125lbs. You really don't have to be miserable or deprive yourself to lose weight.

I am neither miserable or feel deprived, I am very happy indeed!

My comment was for the OP, who clearly loves ice cream and is likely to feel deprived if she feels forced to eliminate it.