general well being
Kick that Sweet Tooth To The Curb!
We all get cravings and some believe these cravings are our body’s way of telling us we need something…so why do we never crave carrots? It’s always ice cream, chocolate and all that sugary stuff. Never fear….here are some pointers to keep you on track.
- Know what it is that sets you off. Is it your mood? Do you eat when you are stressed, depressed, tired? Are you comfort eating? Awareness is crucial and the most important part of ending the cycle.
- Eat regular meals to stabilize your glucose levels. Sudden drops result in the urge for sugar and then once you eat that chocolate the dramatic rise from the sugar causes you to be sluggish. By improving your diet these cravings will disappear. By eating more natural foods and more complex carbohydrates you will feel fuller for longer.
- Stock your cupboards with healthy food and snacks. That way when you get the craving for junk food, it’s not around for you to just grab and eat. Could you really be bothered to go out in the middle of the night to buy it?
- Give yourself 15 minutes after the initial craving before you eat it. Most cravings will pass after this time.
- Portion control. Ensure that you’re eating the right portion size. It’s so easy to go psycho and have the whole packet of Tim Tams, when in actual fact a normal portion is 2! Even eating nuts (cause they are good for you) can turn bad when you eat a 250g pack when a portion is actually 50g….. OOPS!
- Take advantage of the summer fruits and substitute any of your sweet cravings for chocolate etc with some of Australia’s amazing offerings. Use natural sugars as your treat rather than ice cream every night. It will hit the spot and has so many benefits to your health.
After a week to two, your body will adapt to your new eating pattern and the cravings will disappear. It won’t be long before your waist matches the effort of control you have put in & you’ll be happy to kick the sweet tooth to the curb.