massive sugar addict needs some buddies!!!

tishie1
tishie1 Posts: 19 Member
edited November 18 in Introduce Yourself
Hi! I am 31 years old and I would really like to cut back on how much sugar I eat. I have no problems with portion control but I seem to always eat sweet things and this causes me to have pimples, feel tired and moody, and I also keep gaining weight. I would really like some people who could keep me accountable and even look at my journals and give ideas on how to cut back!!

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  • selkiesister
    selkiesister Posts: 2 Member
    Hi Tishi. I'm trying to keep myself on a low sugar diet cause sweets are my weakness, I really crave them. And I think sugar is the biggest culprit in my weight gain, how hard it can be to take off, and in making me generally inclined to have little self control with portions and carbs. If you'd like a pal in trying to eat less sugar, let me know. Thanks, cheryl
  • CrabCatcher
    CrabCatcher Posts: 30 Member
    I am willing to help with ideas. I cut all added sugar out of my diet. I am 44 days into this and I swear I will never go back. I have a TON more energy, I am not longer moody, and have lost just over 30 pounds in that 44 days. Any sugar I eat is in low sugar yogurts or fruits. I use Splenda in my tea and make my own foods and sauces with Splenda as well. I firmly believe that white flour is a big culprit too. Simply because it causes a blood sugar spike after consuming it similar to sugar. You are welcome to look over my diary if you want.

    I was pre-diabetic so I had a bit of motivation to fix myself. I now have normal blood sugar levels and they do not spike from foods I eat. I went to the extreme (I am data driven) and measured my blood sugars 2 hours after eating something to see the impact to my body. This requires you to poke yourself in the fingers a lot, but it really lets you know how your body reacts to certain foods. This is not for everyone, but it worked well for me.
  • emzyxx7
    emzyxx7 Posts: 2 Member
    I'm the same hun god I love chocolate and golden syrup mmm lol and can never clear up spots due to how much sugar I eat I also get a lot of thrust which can be linked to a high sugar diet but I need to change as I'm training to be a personal trainer.

    Anyway I'm Emma I'm 24 :D
  • peggyaya
    peggyaya Posts: 3 Member
    Hi, I'm peggy, a sugar/carb/wall, food adfict. Love ❤ wine too, bummer they. Add to the bad and insulin resistance. Would love ❤ some buddies to cheer me on. In this lovely journey ☺
  • tlov95
    tlov95 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi - please feel free to add me as a friend. I'm in the same boat in terms of sugar. It would be good to have others who are struggling the same way to help out.
  • PowerKickChic
    PowerKickChic Posts: 108 Member
    The less you eat sugar, the less you crave it. You just gotta get through those first few days. Allow yourself a dessert week and if you are craving fruity candy, sugar free jolly ranchers are 35 cals for 4 of them and they are awesome.
  • TikTak_A1
    TikTak_A1 Posts: 1 Member
    PowerKickChic wrote: »
    The less you eat sugar, the less you crave it. You just gotta get through those first few days. Allow yourself a dessert week and if you are craving fruity candy, sugar free jolly ranchers are 35 cals for 4 of them and they are awesome.
    This is a great idea!
  • CrabCatcher
    CrabCatcher Posts: 30 Member
    PowerKickChic wrote: »
    The less you eat sugar, the less you crave it. You just gotta get through those first few days. Allow yourself a dessert week and if you are craving fruity candy, sugar free jolly ranchers are 35 cals for 4 of them and they are awesome.

    I took it a bit further, instead of allowing myself a desert a week I allow myself a single (small) bite. This is much easier for my body to take in stride. minimal blood sugar impact, so no major crash or craving later. Sugar free treats are good, beware though many use sugar alcohols that can cause other problems or give you the runs.
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