I'm trying to lose weight and lower my sugar intake, but I get really big cravings on it what should I do to lower those cravings?

[Anonymous]

[Anonymous]

Reducing your sugar intake can be challenging, especially if you're used to eating a lot of sugary foods. Here are some tips that may help you lower your sugar cravings:

1. Increase your protein intake: Eating more protein can help you feel full and satisfied, which can reduce your cravings for sugary foods. Good sources of protein include lean meats, fish, eggs, beans, and nuts.

2. Eat regularly: Skipping meals or going too long without eating can cause your blood sugar levels to drop, which can lead to sugar cravings. Eating regular, balanced meals and snacks can help keep your blood sugar levels stable and reduce your cravings.

3. Choose complex carbohydrates: Instead of sugary foods, choose complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. These foods provide energy without causing the rapid spikes and crashes in blood sugar levels that can trigger sugar cravings.

4. Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water throughout the day can help reduce your cravings for sugary drinks and snacks, as thirst can sometimes be mistaken for hunger or sugar cravings.

5. Get enough sleep: Lack of sleep can disrupt your hormones and increase your cravings for sugary foods. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to help reduce your sugar cravings.

6. Manage stress: Stress can also increase your cravings for sugary foods. Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, meditation, or spending time with friends and family.

Remember that reducing your sugar intake is a gradual process and it may take time to see results. Don't be too hard on yourself if you slip up occasionally, and keep focusing on making healthy choices a part of your daily routine.

[sage2021]

@JasonDaMan
A lot of people that have a sweet tooth need to taste something sugary after having a healthy meal. The people that I know like sweets after dinner. It get's that food taste out of your mouth.

[BoopBoopBeep]

Fruit. It's still sweet so it'll scratch the itch, but it's a better sugar for your body than the refined sugar in candy/cookies/etc.

[kylee2437]

Start small. Eliminate sugar that is manageable for yourself (using 2 sugars in your coffee instead of 3-4 for example) . Go to the grocery store and buy fruit , so you can snack on fruits (berries are typically better than any other fruit raspberries, blueberries, strawberries ) etc. don’t be afraid to treat yourself once in a while. Treating yourself here and there eliminates constant craving. Also I recommend finding a professional in nutrition to give you a meal plan so you can better structure meals so you can stay on track of your meals.

[DextroShade]

Eat a low-carb snack.