sugar addiction
jennat007
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Hi, 43 yr old mom of 2 babies (18mth and 3mth) and I am really struggling with a sugar addiction. I've had this problem all of my life and have been 50 lbs over weight most of my adulthood. I really want to get healthy to keep up with my kids but the cravings are a killer. Any suggestions?
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I AM WITH YOU ON THIS!!!! Sorry. excitement. Anywho... I've realized the only way to deal with sugar addiction is to eliminate it completely. None of that thinking "well, it's new years...ill treat myself to ONE cupcake" etc. Problem with this thinking is that there's ALWAYS something to celebrate. It's a negative way of thinking. Maybe when you set out if you KNOW you are going to go out for dinner for your birthday, allow THAT to be your one plurge if you need it. OR better, to find alternatives. I find most of the times im wanting sugar is when im bored or stress eating, not when im hungry. Put a note on your fridge-- and cabinets--- "am i hungry?" learn to ask yourself that before you eat!
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Likewise.The only way I could beat it was to go Keto.0
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Sugar addiction?? Like rummaging in the trash bin for your next lollipop fix? :huh:0
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I know the feeling. I like to start with a short period of abstinence (a week or two), then reintroduce in small amounts. Vigorous exercise helps control the cravings, as does a higher protein/lower carb diet. When I am PMSing, I generally allow myself more calories but zero sweets. When cravings are not strong, the reason I try to have some treats is because, frankly, I LOVE sugar, and I find myself overdoing it when I do ultimately "fall off the wagon" because I feel like I am "owed", or have been deprived. Good luck!0
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Calorie free sweeteners? makes coffees/teas sweet and makes me forget about my sugar cravings
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sweeteners are good, but getting off refined sugars and getting more sugar from natural sources (basically fruit) is also a huge step forward. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries - God's candy!0
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...isn't a real thing...0
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Completely dreading going off sugar but it's the only way because chocolate is my ultimate weakness and if I had one bit I wouldn't be able to control ah sure what's another bit and so on moral of the story I'm weak so best eliminate I find chewing sugar free gum and drinking water helps keep the mouth busy;-)0
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thanks for the tips. I'm doing the water thing and trying distractions, I have the same problem with chocolate, 1 bit leads to a binge. Think I may need a psychologist.0
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sigh ...do I even want to ...0
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OP - unless you are rummaging through a dumpster to get your sugar fix or eating spoons of sugar out of a bowl, you are not addicted to sugar. Do you have some self control issues with certain foods, perhaps...
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My suggestion - create a calorie deficit, try to eat the foods that you like (yes, I mean some ice cream, cookies, etc), get a food scale and weigh log measure everything that you eat. Foods are not "good" or "bad" they are just food that your body uses for energy. Try to make better choices and maintain your calorie deficit.
you can lose 50 pounds and eat sugar...0 -
ellisboyd1 wrote: »sweeteners are good, but getting off refined sugars and getting more sugar from natural sources (basically fruit) is also a huge step forward. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries - God's candy!
wait - one form of sugar is superior to another, really?0 -
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I'm going to try The Belly Fat Cure this time around. It limits your sugars and carbs but not completely. The reviews for it have been mostly positive. I think it's worth checking out.0
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This topic caught my eye, because i am currently on Day 2 of a 10 Day "no sugar" challenge.... just for me, and not permanent, I love my sugar tooooooo much!!! But rather this than gaining back 10kg before I hit the breaks. It is hard, I must be honest. But going cold turkey for me, just to bring things back into perspective is key. No sugar for me, means anything that has added sugar like cookies, chocolate, ice cream etc. Had to do something, because every day I would have 3 tinkies (twinkies), ice cream, cookies with my coffee. Things got waaaaay out of hand.
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thanks for the tips. I'm doing the water thing and trying distractions, I have the same problem with chocolate, 1 bit leads to a binge. Think I may need a psychologist.
Therapy isn't an entirely bad idea, IMO. They can help you figure out why you feel like you're addicted to sweets, and the best ways to control your urges.
I do not believe sugar addiction is really a thing - I think sugary foods taste really good, so we obviously want more of them. We tell ourselves that we're unable to say no - because then we're not to blame. Everyone does this on some level, in some area of their life, so please don't feel like I'm criticizing you.
If you want to cut added sugar out of your diet, I wish you luck. My *personal* preference is to stick with moderation in all areas. If you're not mentally ready for or interested in moderation, a period of going without will probably be good for you.
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Here is something to consider with the cravings...like humblemonkey said, try to determine why are you craving. If you are bored or stressed think back on why... did something happen to make you resentful or irritable, angry or fearful? Also think about times you do eat too much. If, when you honestly want to, you cannot quit eating, or when eating you have little control over how much you eat, then you could be a compulsive overeater. I am a total compulsive eater, I could overeat sugar of course, but also bread or even veggies if I was stressed enough and didn't have sweets around. Compulsive eating is a progressive illness of the body and mind, but there is a solution that truly works if you are willing to try anything to become sane again. By working the 12 steps precisely as outlined in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous with a sponsor, I have found a way to live "sober" from compulsive eating. Not only am I losing weight (40 pounds so far), but my relationships are improving since I am not so irritable and so obsessed with food. Good luck to you!0
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I'm going to go with experience rather than bothering with the whole debate. I know personally that if I consume a lot of sugar OR refined carbs, it sets me up for a binge. The more I eat the more I crave. Eating fruit does not have this effect on me. Eating whole grains and unrefined carbs doesn't either. I know I am not alone in this. So therefore the best I can tell you is to stick with whole, unrefined foods and cut back on refined carbs and sugars. Strawberries are pretty low in calories. A cup is only 50 cal. Half a cantaloupe is only 100 cal. These things have vitamins and fiber and are wholesome for you. Some people really do have to abstain from certain foods as if they were drugs; others have luck with just cutting back.... and some people who do not experience these things themselves don't believe those of us who do (ignore, ignore, ignore lol). You may have to experiment a bit to get to truly understand your reactions to various foods and learn what to do.0
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slimbettie wrote: »This topic caught my eye, because i am currently on Day 2 of a 10 Day "no sugar" challenge.... just for me, and not permanent, I love my sugar tooooooo much!!! But rather this than gaining back 10kg before I hit the breaks. It is hard, I must be honest. But going cold turkey for me, just to bring things back into perspective is key. No sugar for me, means anything that has added sugar like cookies, chocolate, ice cream etc. Had to do something, because every day I would have 3 tinkies (twinkies), ice cream, cookies with my coffee. Things got waaaaay out of hand.
Good luck. Be strong. You will find a balance.
so you are eating zero bread, vegetables, etc, because, sugar right?0 -
slimbettie wrote: »This topic caught my eye, because i am currently on Day 2 of a 10 Day "no sugar" challenge.... just for me, and not permanent, I love my sugar tooooooo much!!! But rather this than gaining back 10kg before I hit the breaks. It is hard, I must be honest. But going cold turkey for me, just to bring things back into perspective is key. No sugar for me, means anything that has added sugar like cookies, chocolate, ice cream etc. Had to do something, because every day I would have 3 tinkies (twinkies), ice cream, cookies with my coffee. Things got waaaaay out of hand.
Good luck. Be strong. You will find a balance.
so you are eating zero bread, vegetables, etc, because, sugar right?
Vegetables have added sugar? Thank you, I was so wrong thinking carbs in veggies come from Fiber.0 -
seamonster1203 wrote: »slimbettie wrote: »This topic caught my eye, because i am currently on Day 2 of a 10 Day "no sugar" challenge.... just for me, and not permanent, I love my sugar tooooooo much!!! But rather this than gaining back 10kg before I hit the breaks. It is hard, I must be honest. But going cold turkey for me, just to bring things back into perspective is key. No sugar for me, means anything that has added sugar like cookies, chocolate, ice cream etc. Had to do something, because every day I would have 3 tinkies (twinkies), ice cream, cookies with my coffee. Things got waaaaay out of hand.
Good luck. Be strong. You will find a balance.
so you are eating zero bread, vegetables, etc, because, sugar right?
Vegetables have added sugar? Thank you, I was so wrong thinking carbs in veggies come from Fiber.
carbs convert to sugar….
so if poster is going 100% no sugar carbs would need to be zero.0 -
I used to think I was addicted to sugar.
It's not really that.
I just ate when I felt like it and sugar tastes really really good.
It's beaten by willpower.
And low calorie sweetened goodies.
Like fruit.
Nom nom nom.
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try iced coffe with sugar free creamers,my personal favorite or Lugi's I talian ices,if you eat them too fast I get Brain Freeze, teaches disapline LOL0
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LOL. Please read what I said: quote
No sugar for me, means anything that has added sugar like cookies, chocolate, ice cream etc.
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This is my personal challenge. No debate needed thanks!!0
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