I need f-ing SUGAR!!!!!!!!!

farmers_daughter
farmers_daughter Posts: 1,632 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
It's 1:30, I'm banging my head off of my desk because I'm so tired. I have realized that in my pop I used to drink, I was not addicted to the caffiene, I was hardcore addicted to the sugar. That is what kept me going.

Black tea is not cutting the mustard. Are there any other suggestions to keep me going?

I've gotten up and walked around, I slept pretty good last night. I had a protien laden lunch with some veggies. I grabbed a half of a bagel at the meeting this morning....
It's not just today, when I do this, I sit here and DIE for sugar.... what do you do?
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  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    I use artificial sweeteners.

    If it's the actual sugar you're dying for, any sugar and possibly any carb should do it. Have an apple? If it's not that, then it's just habit and you just think you need it, possibly.
  • navyrigger46
    navyrigger46 Posts: 1,301 Member
    Uhh, Chocolate?

    Rigger
  • sljohnson1207
    sljohnson1207 Posts: 818 Member
    Realistically, the only thing that has cut my sugar cravings is going low carb, high fat, moderate protein. It's wonderful to be free of those cravings.
  • FlowerFairy493
    FlowerFairy493 Posts: 182
    Keep your mind occupied with something else? When I feel that way I download a game to my phone that will challenge my mind. One where I actually have to think.

    Sounds basic but keeps my mind off food. I can watch tv or read and still think of food. Those things are too low-impact on my brain. :)
  • Branstin
    Branstin Posts: 2,320 Member
    I wouldn't restrict sugar unless for a medical reason. I am not going to get into a pissing contest over sugar but if I want sugar then I damn well will eat some of it.
  • sonyaluv77
    sonyaluv77 Posts: 2 Member
    It usually takes me about a week to let go of the sugar cravings. Day before yesterday I was falling asleep at my desk, also while driving, in the middle of the afternoon. I hadn't realized that earlier that day I ate a bunch of marshmallows and I was crashing. Hang in there. I don't have any different suggestions, just that if you stick with it, it will eventually pass. But I feel your pain!
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
    Why not have some in moderation?....unless for medical reasons.
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Add more fats and oils to your day.
  • LazSommer
    LazSommer Posts: 1,851 Member
    Have sugar.
  • ruffnstuff
    ruffnstuff Posts: 400 Member
    Think about where you are in your monthly cycle. I know that affects things for me sometimes. And here's how to help yourself....if you can fit it in your daily goals, just go get a pop!
  • GothyFaery
    GothyFaery Posts: 762 Member
    Get yourself a bottle of pure caffiene and a reliable scale that can measure mg. I put 120-150mg of caffiene in my tea and it keeps me going all day, no sugar needed.
  • climbing_trees
    climbing_trees Posts: 726 Member
    Fruit? I like apples for sweet cravings.

    What about diet soda?
  • brower47
    brower47 Posts: 16,356 Member
    I prefer my sugar to be celibate.

    But seriously,
    If you want sugar and don't have a medical reason to avoid it, eat the sugar. Just keep it in proportion to the rest of your foods and don't let it nudge out your micros or take up too much room in your macros.
  • fanceegirl75
    fanceegirl75 Posts: 620 Member
    Stock up on fruits! See if that helps with your sugar craving. At least that will be from a natural nutrious source.
  • GiGiBeans
    GiGiBeans Posts: 1,062 Member
    Eat some fruit.
  • links_slayer
    links_slayer Posts: 1,151 Member
    Then have some sugar FFS - it's not gonna kill you.
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  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    If I don't get enough iron or potassium, I get really tired.
  • Lleldiranne
    Lleldiranne Posts: 5,516 Member
    Fruit - it has the sugar you're craving but also has lots of other nutrients.

    There's also nothing wrong with a sugary treat as long as you're meeting your macros and within your calories. Sugar isn't evil. The only reason to be restrictive is if you have a medical reason to (such as diabetes)
  • FatFreeFrolicking
    FatFreeFrolicking Posts: 4,252 Member
    Eat fruit.
  • wkwebby
    wkwebby Posts: 807 Member
    Have you ever had the Brookside Dark Chocolate Pomegranates? These are awesome and you don't have to go the full 16 pieces at 170 cals. I usually break out 4 and take that as my sweet tooth snack.
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    I prefer my sugar to be celibate.

    But seriously,
    If you want sugar and don't have a medical reason to avoid it, eat the sugar. Just keep it in proportion to the rest of your foods and don't let it nudge out your micros or take up too much room in your macros.

    Celibate sugar? Where's the fun in that? :wink:


    But yeah, eat some candy or something. Count it in your calories. You'll be fine.
  • SezxyStef
    SezxyStef Posts: 15,267 Member
    Then have some sugar FFS - it's not gonna kill you.

    This...drink a coke/pepsi whatever if you want it...holy girl.
  • seltzermint555
    seltzermint555 Posts: 10,740 Member
    I wouldn't restrict sugar unless for a medical reason. I am not going to get into a pissing contest over sugar but if I want sugar then I damn well will eat some of it.

    yes
  • klkarlen
    klkarlen Posts: 4,366 Member
    I personally have one soda per day, at lunch, and it lasts til I leave for the day. No way I would make it through that afternoon slump without it. I work it into my daily plan.
  • farmers_daughter
    farmers_daughter Posts: 1,632 Member
    Realistically, the only thing that has cut my sugar cravings is going low carb, high fat, moderate protein. It's wonderful to be free of those cravings.
    I'm getting there, but it's the getting there that's trying my patience. :)
  • knewbill72
    knewbill72 Posts: 133 Member
    Have you tried eating dark chocolate at or above 72% or munch on some berries (blue, black, straw)? With berries you can load up if need be. Low glycemic sugar crave killers those little berries are IMO. Good luck to you!
  • hill8570
    hill8570 Posts: 1,466 Member
    It's 1:30, I'm banging my head off of my desk because I'm so tired. I have realized that in my pop I used to drink, I was not addicted to the caffiene, I was hardcore addicted to the sugar. That is what kept me going.

    Black tea is not cutting the mustard. Are there any other suggestions to keep me going?

    I've gotten up and walked around, I slept pretty good last night. I had a protien laden lunch with some veggies. I grabbed a half of a bagel at the meeting this morning....
    It's not just today, when I do this, I sit here and DIE for sugar.... what do you do?

    Nothing wrong with a little sugar with your lunch. The glucose will hit your bloodstream right away, and by the time that starts to wear off the rest of your lunch should be upping your blood sugar.
  • melduf
    melduf Posts: 468 Member
    A dietician told me once that to get rid of really intense craving, you take a raw spoon of what you are craving. For example, if you are craving sugar, you litterally take a spoon of sugar. It's supposed to kill the craving instantly... I don't remember how she explained it, but it will tell your brain you're into overload and the craving will stop.

    I never tried it. But every time I crave sugar or salt, I just picture myself eating that spoonfull and that does the trick!
  • SunofaBeach14
    SunofaBeach14 Posts: 4,899 Member
    If you can't fit 1 soda a day into your calories then you need to try harder. I fit a beer or two in. Life sucks without a moderate amount of things we like. Of course, your carbs could be generally too low too. Something to consider.

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