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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
I went on a Ketogenic Diet last year to help seizure control. It is a high-fat, low sugar, low carb diet. My biggest issue was soda. I love soda. Luckily, we found sugar free soda that does not have artificial sweeteners. There are sodas made with stevia (which also helps blood sugar). Love them. :D
The fight against sugar was a hard one. After a few months, I no longer craved it. (And man, I ate chocolate all the time...) Now, I rarely touch it. I love baking, too. So, I still bake sugary things, I just don't eat them anymore. Needless to say, our neighbors love us. I am constantly sending treats to our neighbors.
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Also a sugar addict,i rarely go a day without some kind of sugar candy or cake or cookies.Oh i got snickers right now in the cabinet so gotta go. I can stay a couple more minutes maybe. Now my grandmother who lived to be 92 had a sweet tooth . I can go without sugar in coffe and cereal with no sugar addded that is a start.There are alot of sugar free candy will try some.
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I have always been a sugar addict (even though I have read a lot of articles that say that there's no such thing). I can cut almost anything else out of my diet and not miss it but not sugar. I would be a lot healthier without it. I wish there was a fool proof plan to stay away from it.
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Love dessert!! Unfortunately it goes straight to my stomach. I try really hard not to eat anything sweet, then a member of my household brings home cookies, cake, candy etc. or bakes something. Real hard to fight the smell of fresh baked cookies.
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I have found that taking milk thistle has gotten rid of a lot of my cravings. Maybe it could help you. I also use Stevia in recipes to keep them sweet but limit how much sugar I am having. I have slowly gone from using 1/2 stevia and 1/2 sugar to more like 3/4 stevia and 1/4 sugar. I don't even notice the difference and it is still very tasty. Artificial sweeteners (equal, sweet n low, etc..) can actually worsen these cravings because it is like telling your body you are having sugar and your body gets disappointed when the calories from the sugar are not present. Often leading to bing eating and over eating sweets to make up for it. Detox diets can help jump start the getting off the cravings as well.
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
I hear you loud and clear!!! Some days I too have the same terrible cravings but, I find if I don't give in sooner rather than later the craving subsides!!! Also, I have learned that the more you eat or drink sugary substances THE MORE YOU CRAVE THEM!!! For me, it's best to just STAY AWAY!!!! Good luck to you!!!
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
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i have never had a cavity andi do eat sweets just not a whole lot. sometimes u have to treat urself so u dont go completely crazy.
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I have to watch my sugar intake too. I like cookie and cakes but have never been one to add sugar to foods like coffee or tea. I don't bake except at the holidays. I do eat a couple pieces of chocolate every few days. If I don't give into my cravings every few days . I will go way over board on chocolate. Exercise really helps lower sugar level too.
Good luck to all who continue to fight cravings and make healthy choices. :wave: :peace:
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I have to research that diet. I kicked soda in 09 so I know the feeling. I got through day one without having any sugar! I'm proud of myself, and it really wasn't as hard as I thought. I think we sometimes make things harder than they have to be, but then again there were no real threats present like there will be during spring break, that's when the real test come. But if I can exercise portion control on Thanksgiving I can have a very limited amount of sugar on Easter. Congrats on kicking soda and chocolate!!! :thumbsup:
I went on a Ketogenic Diet last year to help seizure control. It is a high-fat, low sugar, low carb diet. My biggest issue was soda. I love soda. Luckily, we found sugar free soda that does not have artificial sweeteners. There are sodas made with stevia (which also helps blood sugar). Love them. :D
The fight against sugar was a hard one. After a few months, I no longer craved it. (And man, I ate chocolate all the time...) Now, I rarely touch it. I love baking, too. So, I still bake sugary things, I just don't eat them anymore. Needless to say, our neighbors love us. I am constantly sending treats to our neighbors.
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My kids and I thought this post was hilarious lol! Did you enjoy your Snickers? I love their new peanut butter kind. I'm so proud of myself b/c I'm not even tempted by just typing that :star: Maybe because this is the first day my tooth and head aren't killing me and I'm enjoying that or maybe b/c It's still early in the fight, I hope I can maintain this strength lol
Your grandmother probably didn't even sweets at the extent I was eating them, but she must've been doing a lot of things right with her health though. I hadn't heard of sugar free candy but my daughter said she has. Honestly..... it doesn't sound tasty, but I"ll try it anway.
Also a sugar addict,i rarely go a day without some kind of sugar candy or cake or cookies.Oh i got snickers right now in the cabinet so gotta go. I can stay a couple more minutes maybe. Now my grandmother who lived to be 92 had a sweet tooth . I can go without sugar in coffe and cereal with no sugar addded that is a start.There are alot of sugar free candy will try some.
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Sugar addiction is absolutely real. I know of the risks and it causes me pain and I STILL indulged in it heavily. I did some research yesterday and I'll share a few of the tips I found:
brush your teeth to get a sweet taste in your mouth
try fruits instead of sweet
drink water and make sure you are eating regularly and enough vitamins (sugar cravings signify a vitamin deficit)
Hope this helps!
I have always been a sugar addict (even though I have read a lot of articles that say that there's no such thing). I can cut almost anything else out of my diet and not miss it but not sugar. I would be a lot healthier without it. I wish there was a fool proof plan to stay away from it.
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Yea, temptations are the worst lol A friend told me yesterday that baked goods are less harmful than other sweets. I have to go without sweets for a few more days to learn how to control myself before I test that theory though.
Love dessert!! Unfortunately it goes straight to my stomach. I try really hard not to eat anything sweet, then a member of my household brings home cookies, cake, candy etc. or bakes something. Real hard to fight the smell of fresh baked cookies.
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I'll research milk thistle, thanks for the tip!!! The research I found yesterday told me the exact same thing about the harm of artificial sweeteners and the lack of nutrients being a contributor to sweet cravings, thanks for confirming the info!
I have found that taking milk thistle has gotten rid of a lot of my cravings. Maybe it could help you. I also use Stevia in recipes to keep them sweet but limit how much sugar I am having. I have slowly gone from using 1/2 stevia and 1/2 sugar to more like 3/4 stevia and 1/4 sugar. I don't even notice the difference and it is still very tasty. Artificial sweeteners (equal, sweet n low, etc..) can actually worsen these cravings because it is like telling your body you are having sugar and your body gets disappointed when the calories from the sugar are not present. Often leading to bing eating and over eating sweets to make up for it. Detox diets can help jump start the getting off the cravings as well.
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I like this tip best! I'll definitely just learn to exercise control and have a very limited amount of sugar when I start back eating it, because it's unrealistic to think I'll never eat another sugary food for the rest of my life. When I first decided to lose weight I implemented this same tip: I can still eat the foods I want, just not as much; the unhealthier it is the less I can have.
i have never had a cavity andi do eat sweets just not a whole lot. sometimes u have to treat urself so u dont go completely crazy.
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I exercise a lot so that calms my nerves about my sugar intake when I do start back eating sugar, which will be on a very limited basis but for now I'm not yet strong enough to eat it without going overboard so I'll wait it out. The longer we go without something the less of it we need. I'm just glad I made this decision before my teeth started to fall out or the migraines continued or God forbid the diabetes returned and caused complications. :heart:
I have to watch my sugar intake too. I like cookie and cakes but have never been one to add sugar to foods like coffee or tea. I don't bake except at the holidays. I do eat a couple pieces of chocolate every few days. If I don't give into my cravings every few days . I will go way over board on chocolate. Exercise really helps lower sugar level too.
Good luck to all who continue to fight cravings and make healthy choices. :wave: :peace:
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My fight against invasive plants...that is where sugar comes from: "Sugar cane". Your fight against sugar is my fight against sugar! Replace it with honey or shop at Walmart which has Walmart brand food stuff with "no sugar". For example: Instant oatmeal. Look at the box and find the sign: "No sugar".
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Some of the sugar-free stuff is really good, but some of the drinks taste horrible. The artificial sweetner gives it a bad taste.
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I like your strategy. I use honey instead of sugar.
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I have to research that diet. I kicked soda in 09 so I know the feeling. I got through day one without having any sugar! I'm proud of myself, and it really wasn't as hard as I thought. I think we sometimes make things harder than they have to be, but then again there were no real threats present like there will be during spring break, that's when the real test come. But if I can exercise portion control on Thanksgiving I can have a very limited amount of sugar on Easter. Congrats on kicking soda and chocolate!!! :thumbsup:
I went on a Ketogenic Diet last year to help seizure control. It is a high-fat, low sugar, low carb diet. My biggest issue was soda. I love soda. Luckily, we found sugar free soda that does not have artificial sweeteners. There are sodas made with stevia (which also helps blood sugar). Love them. :D
The fight against sugar was a hard one. After a few months, I no longer craved it. (And man, I ate chocolate all the time...) Now, I rarely touch it. I love baking, too. So, I still bake sugary things, I just don't eat them anymore. Needless to say, our neighbors love us. I am constantly sending treats to our neighbors.
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This is an awesome site to use. I highly recommend it.
http://www.ketogenic-diet-resource.com/ (http://www.ketogenic-diet-resource.com/)
From the site:
"Some medical researchers and physicians are using ketogenic, carb restricted diets to:
Drive cancer into remission with new and effective cancer treatments.
Improve epilepsy treatment outcomes by reducing, and in some cases, eliminating seizures.
Help patients with Alzheimers disease regain memory and thought function.
Give diabetics control over their blood sugar with more effective diabetes treatment plans.
Eliminate gluten allergy symptoms and relieve the symptoms of other allergic conditions associated with autoimmune reactions. "
Yes, I can attest to the seizure control. I have better seizure control and better pain control with this diet. Also, after a while, because you are burning fat as energy, you simply do not crave sugar like you did. It is a trip, honestly. Now, I just crave bacon and cheese all the time. :D
My cholesterol is at healthy levels, too.
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But I still bake. And I bake well. Even with all the sweets I make, I am not interested in them...except for the toffee popcorn I made which was so good, we couldn't stop eating it. Hahahaha!
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The first thing you should do is dump white sugar and white sugar products. It's hard to fight the sugar cravings so switch to raw sugar, organic if you can find it. Bit by bit cut back. If you crave sugar eat fruit not processed sugar. If you eat fruit it will help you stay away from the processed stuff. I am with you on this sugar trip. I am fighting with you. You can do it! :angel11:
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Honey has a lot of calories but the next time I have a craving I'll have a teaspoon of honey. Wish I had thought about this last night when I had those marshmallows. I read somewhere that when foods have no sugar they are sweetened with other artificial substances that can be just as, if not more harmful than sugar. I've been meaning to start reading food labels anyway so your tip will force me to start doing so :)
My fight against invasive plants...that is where sugar comes from: "Sugar cane". Your fight against sugar is my fight against sugar! Replace it with honey or shop at Walmart which has Walmart brand food stuff with "no sugar". For example: Instant oatmeal. Look at the box and find the sign: "No sugar".
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I agree, I'll still keep trying alternatives though until I figure out what all I like and what all I'll pass on.
Some of the sugar-free stuff is really good, but some of the drinks taste horrible. The artificial sweetner gives it a bad taste.
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Thanks so much for the site and info!! I'm so glad you found this diet to help with your seizures!! I watched a documentary called Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead last year and I realized afterwards that many ailments can be controlled and prevented through proper eating habits so I'll definitely be looking into this but instead of high fat I'll have to do reduced fat because I'm one of those people that if I eat unhealthy one day I'll step on the scale the next day and be 2 pounds heavier. I have to count every calorie and workout often to stay in shape, which is exhausting, but when I can run around Chuck E Cheese with my kids without getting winded it makes it worth it.
I have to research that diet. I kicked soda in 09 so I know the feeling. I got through day one without having any sugar! I'm proud of myself, and it really wasn't as hard as I thought. I think we sometimes make things harder than they have to be, but then again there were no real threats present like there will be during spring break, that's when the real test come. But if I can exercise portion control on Thanksgiving I can have a very limited amount of sugar on Easter. Congrats on kicking soda and chocolate!!! :thumbsup:
I went on a Ketogenic Diet last year to help seizure control. It is a high-fat, low sugar, low carb diet. My biggest issue was soda. I love soda. Luckily, we found sugar free soda that does not have artificial sweeteners. There are sodas made with stevia (which also helps blood sugar). Love them. :D
The fight against sugar was a hard one. After a few months, I no longer craved it. (And man, I ate chocolate all the time...) Now, I rarely touch it. I love baking, too. So, I still bake sugary things, I just don't eat them anymore. Needless to say, our neighbors love us. I am constantly sending treats to our neighbors.
This is an awesome site to use. I highly recommend it.
http://www.ketogenic-diet-resource.com/ (http://www.ketogenic-diet-resource.com/)
From the site:
"Some medical researchers and physicians are using ketogenic, carb restricted diets to:
Drive cancer into remission with new and effective cancer treatments.
Improve epilepsy treatment outcomes by reducing, and in some cases, eliminating seizures.
Help patients with Alzheimers disease regain memory and thought function.
Give diabetics control over their blood sugar with more effective diabetes treatment plans.
Eliminate gluten allergy symptoms and relieve the symptoms of other allergic conditions associated with autoimmune reactions. "
Yes, I can attest to the seizure control. I have better seizure control and better pain control with this diet. Also, after a while, because you are burning fat as energy, you simply do not crave sugar like you did. It is a trip, honestly. Now, I just crave bacon and cheese all the time. :D
My cholesterol is at healthy levels, too.
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But I still bake. And I bake well. Even with all the sweets I make, I am not interested in them...except for the toffee popcorn I made which was so good, we couldn't stop eating it. Hahahaha!
:bunny:
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Upping protein uptake can help so much. There's alot of protein bars & shakes that are so convenient, just be sure to check the sugar content before buying because there are many with not much protein and too much sugar.
Plan/pre-pare meals ahead of time instead of grabbing unhealthy goodies on-the-run. There's a brand of cookies with some nutritional value called "Who Nu" which I use when "gotta have a cookie". They're still cookies but at least they aren't total junk.
Having a small amount of dark chocolate (the higher content of cocoa the better) is actually good for you, you can have a piece of that every day as a healthy treat. I keep a container of homemade trail mix in my handbag in case of munchies made with nuts, seeds, dark chocolate pieces, etc. **Frozen dark choc. covered banana slices are so yummy!! Carob is also a healthy chocolate substitute.
Don't bring the sugary stuff home with you...if it's not in the house, you can't eat it.
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I love sugar, I try the sugar free things, but I still have problem. I will continue to work on it.
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I was raised not eating a lot of sugar. That's helped me not to become an addict. But I also try to drink lots of water before I go for something sugary to eat or drink. What I think is a sugar craving may not be that at all. And drinking the water gives me a few more minutes to think if I really want that item. I try to avoid eating too much sugar, because I find it just increases my craving and my weight. Good luck with your efforts!
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I'm about to actually write these tips down lol I've seen Who Nu products and have overlooked them. I actually have a couple Slimful bars that I haven't eaten b/c they taste so sweet but I'll check the label to see how much is actually in it. I need more protein anyway since I work out so much, thanks so much!
Upping protein uptake can help so much. There's alot of protein bars & shakes that are so convenient, just be sure to check the sugar content before buying because there are many with not much protein and too much sugar.
Plan/pre-pare meals ahead of time instead of grabbing unhealthy goodies on-the-run. There's a brand of cookies with some nutritional value called "Who Nu" which I use when "gotta have a cookie". They're still cookies but at least they aren't total junk.
Having a small amount of dark chocolate (the higher content of cocoa the better) is actually good for you, you can have a piece of that every day as a healthy treat. I keep a container of homemade trail mix in my handbag in case of munchies made with nuts, seeds, dark chocolate pieces, etc. **Frozen dark choc. covered banana slices are so yummy!! Carob is also a healthy chocolate substitute.
Don't bring the sugary stuff home with you...if it's not in the house, you can't eat it.
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ghunter I'm with you!
It's funny that you said that, I have a very serious limit on fried foods and soda in my household to try to teach my kids better eating habits. I already drink water so I'll drink some before eating something sweet again. Thanks for the tip!
I was raised not eating a lot of sugar. That's helped me not to become an addict. But I also try to drink lots of water before I go for something sugary to eat or drink. What I think is a sugar craving may not be that at all. And drinking the water gives me a few more minutes to think if I really want that item. I try to avoid eating too much sugar, because I find it just increases my craving and my weight. Good luck with your efforts!
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ghunter I'm with you!
It's funny that you said that, I have a very serious limit on fried foods and soda in my household to try to teach my kids better eating habits. I already drink water so I'll drink some before eating something sweet again. Thanks for the tip!
I was raised not eating a lot of sugar. That's helped me not to become an addict. But I also try to drink lots of water before I go for something sugary to eat or drink. What I think is a sugar craving may not be that at all. And drinking the water gives me a few more minutes to think if I really want that item. I try to avoid eating too much sugar, because I find it just increases my craving and my weight. Good luck with your efforts!
You could always buy Zevia or Blue Sky soda as a treat. They do not have sugar and do not have Aspartame. They use stevia to sweeten. They taste a little funky, but I love them. And Blue Sky has NO calories!
http://www.blueskysoda.com/ (http://www.blueskysoda.com/)
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I see that they have energy drinks also, I'm about to check out the prices and ingredients. I'm not into soda anymore but I might like this energy drink as a pre workout motivator. Thanks!
I found through research that cinnamon lowers blood sugar so I'll try using more of that on foods.
You could always buy Zevia or Blue Sky soda as a treat. They do not have sugar and do not have Aspartame. They use stevia to sweeten. They taste a little funky, but I love them. And Blue Sky has NO calories!
http://www.blueskysoda.com/ (http://www.blueskysoda.com/)
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ahhh It takes a strong person to fight sugar so kudos to you guys. I hope I can at least cut back to get ready for summer :thumbsup:
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ahhh It takes a strong person to fight sugar so kudos to you guys. I hope I can at least cut back to get ready for summer :thumbsup:
I have Multiple Sclerosis, and for me it was a health issue. Did I really want to be healthier and better? Yes? So I to make dietary changes. The best change a person can do for themselves is to take an honest look at what we are eating. Some people do benefit from vegetarian diets. I am not one of them. There is a scientific principle as to why the ketogenic diet works for epileptics, and part that is due to fats being neuroprotectants while sugars excite the brain. (I also have epilepsy. I cannot take traditional medication because of the severe reactions I have. In some people with Multiple Sclerosis there is a condition where the person is chemically sensitive. I am one of those people. One of the drugs I am allergic to is a common one for MS people.)
After cutting out sugars and carbs, and going on a high fat diet I noticed that my pain had significantly decreased. I I still do get them. But they are better. They are not half as bad as they were. They are calmer.
I still get bad nerve pain, but it is not as bad either. Not as long lasting. Not as brutal. The optic neuritis is less. Everything is less.
All because I changed my diet.
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When I have sugar cravings, I try to eat something that does not have real sugar in it. Also, I have eaten sweet fruit to try to get rid of the sugar cravings. Or, I occupy myself with something else, so that I will not think about sugar. I have given my sweets, e.g. candy, to someone at work, so that I will not eat the sugar. Cutting down on drinking cans of non-diet sodas helps, too. Instead, I try to drink water in place of can sodas. My weight dropped after drinking more water than sodas.
I am glad to know that you have kicked the sugar habit. Your plan worked, no sugar or sugar substitues. You have encouraged me to do what you have done.
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Good luck to you all. I gave up sugar for about a year a while back and it is the best I have ever felt. But I have slowly let it creep back into my diet. I am going to try some of your ideas to get it back under control. Thanks for the info.
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carmen4 thanks! and it does take a lot to resist sugar, especially when it comes in the form of so many delicious treats, but I look at them now like a disguised threat to my health.
Your post on MS could really help someone! I thank you so much for posting. And I agree that the best change we can make is our diets. I didn't realize that until I watched a documentary last year where a man had a number of ailments that he cured himself through changing his diet.
ahhh It takes a strong person to fight sugar so kudos to you guys. I hope I can at least cut back to get ready for summer :thumbsup:
I have Multiple Sclerosis, and for me it was a health issue. Did I really want to be healthier and better? Yes? So I to make dietary changes. The best change a person can do for themselves is to take an honest look at what we are eating. Some people do benefit from vegetarian diets. I am not one of them. There is a scientific principle as to why the ketogenic diet works for epileptics, and part that is due to fats being neuroprotectants while sugars excite the brain. (I also have epilepsy. I cannot take traditional medication because of the severe reactions I have. In some people with Multiple Sclerosis there is a condition where the person is chemically sensitive. I am one of those people. One of the drugs I am allergic to is a common one for MS people.)
After cutting out sugars and carbs, and going on a high fat diet I noticed that my pain had significantly decreased. I I still do get them. But they are better. They are not half as bad as they were. They are calmer.
I still get bad nerve pain, but it is not as bad either. Not as long lasting. Not as brutal. The optic neuritis is less. Everything is less.
All because I changed my diet.
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Timberlan127 I've learned through the info our fellow FC members have been so gracious to post that it's ok to have a little as long as it's a controlled amount, so don't beat yourself up over it, and congrats for not only recognizing the need to cut down on the sugar but also actually doing it for as long as you did!
I also have been eating foods that aren't as sweet. Yesterday I had animal crackers. They actually tasted sweeter than I remember and I think it's because I've been staying away from sweeter foods. Someone suggested honey, which I will have to do sparingly because of the calories. I found out yesterday that cinnamon lowers blood sugar. Water and exercise too, which a member also informed me of.
I've made it a habit of reading labels now and I pay attention to the sugar. I researched yesterday (yes guys, I'm big on that lol) and found out that 4 grams of sugar= 1 teaspoon, so after my week is up I'm going to try to limit myself to around 16 grams of sugar per day. Too high or low?
Today is the 3rd day in a row I haven't woke up with a migraine. I had a BAD attack a week ago and it had me down for 3 days and in the days following that a headache followed me to the point it was starting to feel normal to have them all the time. So glad I connected my toothache to the headaches, I'm seeing a dentist soon, but I'll continue with my low sugar diet because as I stated before I had type 2 diabetes when I was pregnant.
When I have sugar cravings, I try to eat something that does not have real sugar in it. Also, I have eaten sweet fruit to try to get rid of the sugar cravings. Or, I occupy myself with something else, so that I will not think about sugar. I have given my sweets, e.g. candy, to someone at work, so that I will not eat the sugar. Cutting down on drinking cans of non-diet sodas helps, too. Instead, I try to drink water in place of can sodas. My weight dropped after drinking more water than sodas.
I am glad to know that you have kicked the sugar habit. Your plan worked, no sugar or sugar substitues. You have encouraged me to do what you have done.
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I try to watch my sugar intake due to a family history of diabetes! Not to say that I don't crave and love sugar, because I do but I really try to stick with sugar free foods!
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Way to go on your efforts to live healthier. I always thought calorie counting was crazy and I myself always counted sugars. Well, not really counted but made myself aware of them. After my last child was born and she ceased nursing I started really paying attention to how my body reacts to sugar and carbs...particularly in bread. But I never knew how much my body needed or not needed to continue fueling my body. Bout 2 weeks ago I found myself watching a show on PBS late at night. Don't quote me on this but Americans on average eat something around 42 T. of Sugar a day and we only need 10 T. Problem is labels show sugars in g. So this lady gave an equation and wow it was a real eye opener for me. You take the dietary fiber...subtract the amount of sugars and divide that by 5. That tells you how many Tablespoons are in what your eating. So a yogurt say has 26 for dietary fiber and 2 sugar. 26-2=24. 24/5 = round up to 5 T. . According to her we should only get another 5 T for the day. What do you think of that?
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I don't think there's anything wrong with having a little sugar sometimes, as long as someone doesn't overdo it. Reducing sugar is never a bad idea though.
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Timberlan127 I've learned through the info our fellow FC members have been so gracious to post that it's ok to have a little as long as it's a controlled amount, so don't beat yourself up over it, and congrats for not only recognizing the need to cut down on the sugar but also actually doing it for as long as you did!
I also have been eating foods that aren't as sweet. Yesterday I had animal crackers. They actually tasted sweeter than I remember and I think it's because I've been staying away from sweeter foods. Someone suggested honey, which I will have to do sparingly because of the calories. I found out yesterday that cinnamon lowers blood sugar. Water and exercise too, which a member also informed me of.
I've made it a habit of reading labels now and I pay attention to the sugar. I researched yesterday (yes guys, I'm big on that lol) and found out that 4 grams of sugar= 1 teaspoon, so after my week is up I'm going to try to limit myself to around 16 grams of sugar per day. Too high or low?
Today is the 3rd day in a row I haven't woke up with a migraine. I had a BAD attack a week ago and it had me down for 3 days and in the days following that a headache followed me to the point it was starting to feel normal to have them all the time. So glad I connected my toothache to the headaches, I'm seeing a dentist soon, but I'll continue with my low sugar diet because as I stated before I had type 2 diabetes when I was pregnant.
When I have sugar cravings, I try to eat something that does not have real sugar in it. Also, I have eaten sweet fruit to try to get rid of the sugar cravings. Or, I occupy myself with something else, so that I will not think about sugar. I have given my sweets, e.g. candy, to someone at work, so that I will not eat the sugar. Cutting down on drinking cans of non-diet sodas helps, too. Instead, I try to drink water in place of can sodas. My weight dropped after drinking more water than sodas.
I am glad to know that you have kicked the sugar habit. Your plan worked, no sugar or sugar substitues. You have encouraged me to do what you have done.
Absolutely. Having a little is perfectly okay. I make sure I meet my fat requirements before I splurge, if I splurge. Last night I had a blueberry muffin. We also cook entirely from scratch so we know what is in our food and we can control what goes into everything.
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Guilty as charged, Lol. Yup sugar addict here too. I think it runs in my family if that is possible. And worse of all, since I'm past menopause it all goes straight to the belly. Ugg!! :)
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tammypete that's smart! Prevention is much better than treatment, kuddos to you!
sak4kat I thought calorie counting was crazy too until it helped me lose weight. I learned the hard way you can work out all day but if you're putting more than what you burned back in your mouth then it'll take a long time to see results, which is discouraging. I just learned to count sugars. Better late than never. I'm lowering my sugar and increasing my protein. I think 10T is a very low amount and expectations like that is what makes controlling what we eat such a grueling task.
I agree with LenoraMinogue that controlling sugar is the idea and it's ok to indulge sometimes. I'll look more into that study sak, thanks for the info!
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Delphyne When I first started my weight loss journey I read the same epiphany you had; that you can control the calories when you cook at home vs. going out to eat and not knowing what all is in the foods. Even when you look the food up online they sometimes don't take into account any adjustments you may have made to the food item. I saw yesterday that vitamin water has 22 grams of sugar in it! Now that I know what that means I know that everything that's projected to be good for you isn't- that's more sugar than some candy bars!
dcrotteau I think eating habits can run in the family, that's why I'm trying to get my kids into the habit of eating healthy now by showing them healthier alternatives and not forcing them to eat anything they don't want to.
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No problem, If I come across the show again I'll be sure to jot the ladies name down and look it up in this forum for you guys.
10T of sugar per day. UGH! I honestly don't know how to do it unless I had a dietician make my meal plan... a personal chef and my own personal fitness instructor.
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That's a good reminder of the sugars! I've tried to not eat as much sugar too, someday's I eat lot's of sugar.Too much of sugar I have to stop myself! :wave: :thumbsup: :)
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
@PGS28, I just wanted to wish you well on your fight against "sugar" as well as for your diet, exercise and other lifestyle adjustments. You have inspired me to take a similar stance on "the fight against sugar". Certainly, our diets and health would be better if we turned back to basics and eating more raw whole foods (ie. fruits, vegetables, grains, seeds, sprouts). As far as fats I have added Omega 3's in the form of FLAXSEEDS and FLAXSEED OIL. Good Luck ... wish me well ...
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keep fighting, you'll get through it
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I never had a taste for sweets, always chips and popcorn for me. I am going through the change and cant seem to get enough sweets, I know , wierd.
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it takes 30 days adjusting to stuff like that :thumbsup: but you can do it...
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I know going "cold turkey" is difficult, but the first week is the hardest. Once you get the sugar out of your system, eventually you do not miss it. Then later, you can add a little at a time back to your diet (if you still want to).
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I completely stopped eating sugar about 2 months ago. I don't buy it or cook with it, or put it in my tea or coffee. As a result I have found so many good alternatives that I don't even miss is. I definitely can live without it. And I can honestly say that I feel better.
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Excellent! Keep on fighting your fight. I have also had to cut it out nearly completely. I may have been years away from the more negative health effects, but it was definitely making me feel sluggish.
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almorin I've been meaning to get some flaxseeds too, can I get those at walmart? I definitely wish you well, keep us updated!
sweetlilme777 thanks a lot!
pattersondebra I know the feeling!
I never had a taste for sweets, always chips and popcorn for me. I am going through the change and cant seem to get enough sweets, I know , wierd.
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batmobile thanks for the motivation!
bheitt you are so right. I find it easier than ever to turn down something I know has a lot of sugar in it, but I'm still a work in progress.
momoney555 care to share any of those alternatives?
bobes915 congrats!
it takes 30 days adjusting to stuff like that :thumbsup: but you can do it...
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Sugar is not good for us, but yet somehow most of us have way to much of it. Heart Disease is on the rise because sugar is bad for the heart, ( according to cardiologists anyway). I guess this might be why so many with Diabetes is getting heart disease as well. I for one wish that soda companies would remove all High fructose syrup from soda. I've got to cut back too.
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Sugar is definitely one of my weaknesses as well. I could eat sugar all day long. I have learned over the years that I have to have small indulgences every once in a while or I will end up binging.
Horrible cycle, but you are right, it is an addiction.
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I used celery get over the craving. it kinda of helped but still every once in a while I have to have chocolate. God Bless you prayers coming your way
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am28slone they need to remove high fructose syrup from a lot of foods. I just saw a Yoplait commercial that said they removed it from their product but I've already switched to Greek.
squirrelgirl44 I think recognizing the problem is a huge step toward fixing it and small indulgences help to not binge.
Ronnis25 I'm not partial to celery but I read that it has good health benefits so I'll get some next time I grocery shop. What healthy toppings do you use to make it more appetizing?
I used celery get over the craving. it kinda of helped but still every once in a while I have to have chocolate. God Bless you prayers coming your way
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I love my sugary treats, too but hardly ever buy them. If they're not here, I won't eat them. I usually get vanilla wafers or graham crackers as snacks. A friend at work made me a 3 layer pumpkin cake for my birthday. I appreciated it and done a lot of sharing and ate too much of it. I sure didn't need all that sugar but it was so good. :)
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Sugar can be addictive just like anything else so try to control your addiction. If you need help with that talk to your doctor and he can get someone to help you with that craving. In craving is hard to control so you need all the support and help you can get you have a baby I hope you were married and your husband can help you by encourage not to eat so much sugar. If you had typed to DIB is with the baby bear watch out you could keep it. My wife had to decide to diabetes when she is pregnant with our last two children and after the second one it diabetes type II diabetes state aid. In she has it today that was over 30 years ago. It is no fun being a diabetic when you have to have is the shots every day
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Good luck trying to avoid the sugar
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Tere2 I know the feeling! lol I try to look at sugar now as disguised diabetes- looking all delicious and irresistible but causing so much havoc to the body, teeth, AND skin lol But a certain level of sugar is still necessary (you don't want to have low sugar blood levels), so don't beat yourself up for indulging a little.
bigedshult The next time I speak with my doc I'll bring it up. Thanks for the suggestion, I'd never thought of that. Also thanks for the heads up about Type 2 diabetes still being present, my prayers to your wife and kids.
Thanks ScrewedUp. I'm actually not avoiding, just limiting :)
Guys I just want to remind you of the importance of reading the labels on the foods we eat. Yesterday I wanted a protein shake, and just out of curiosity looked at the sugars- 22 grams!!! Then I looked at the sugars on whip cream and not only was the whip cream lower in calories but it also only had 2 grams of sugar per serving, and one serving is 2 tablespoons, which is a nice amount. Read the labels.
Good luck trying to avoid the sugar
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Sugar addiction is absolutely real. I know of the risks and it causes me pain and I STILL indulged in it heavily. I did some research yesterday and I'll share a few of the tips I found:
brush your teeth to get a sweet taste in your mouth
try fruits instead of sweet
drink water and make sure you are eating regularly and enough vitamins (sugar cravings signify a vitamin deficit)
Hope this helps!
I have always been a sugar addict (even though I have read a lot of articles that say that there's no such thing). I can cut almost anything else out of my diet and not miss it but not sugar. I would be a lot healthier without it. I wish there was a fool proof plan to stay away from it.
Any particular vitamin or just in general?
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I used to eat a lot of sweets, especially chocolate, and I craved raspberry filled donuts.
I started eating (organic)apples with peanut butter or apples with cheese as a snack instead.
I stopped drinking diet sodas or anything diet, because of the artificial sweeteners.
Most everything I eat is organic, non gmo.
I take chia seeds for energy and to help lower my bp. Chia is also supposed to be good for diabetes.
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I have found that stevia has helped a lot. I combine sugar and stevia to make different baked goods to eat. At first I would use more sugar than stevia and over time I started using mostly stevia. Pure Agave nectar is also a good option as long as you make sure they don't sneak other sugars into it. You don't have to get rid of everything sweet you just have to chose the right options. High fructose corn syup, cane sugar and simple carbs all do terrible things to your health. I was also told by a dentist that xylitol was good for fighting tooth decay because the bacteria in your mouth can't use it as a food source. xylitol is in some gums and I believe it can also even be purchased on its own.
Some supplements that have helped me are milk thistle (detox the liver), a probiotic blend supplement, a greens drink in the morning. I feel much more energized and have fewer cravings.
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Try not to eat starches food such as rice and potatoes and sweets
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I find the more fruit I eat the hungrier I am. I think it's because of the natural sugars in them. Also, bread and pasta because carbs convert to sugar in your body. I try to stick to low fat meats and veggies and whole grains like barley.
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
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Tere2 I know the feeling! lol I try to look at sugar now as disguised diabetes- looking all delicious and irresistible but causing so much havoc to the body, teeth, AND skin lol But a certain level of sugar is still necessary (you don't want to have low sugar blood levels), so don't beat yourself up for indulging a little.
bigedshult The next time I speak with my doc I'll bring it up. Thanks for the suggestion, I'd never thought of that. Also thanks for the heads up about Type 2 diabetes still being present, my prayers to your wife and kids.
Thanks ScrewedUp. I'm actually not avoiding, just limiting :)
Guys I just want to remind you of the importance of reading the labels on the foods we eat. Yesterday I wanted a protein shake, and just out of curiosity looked at the sugars- 22 grams!!! Then I looked at the sugars on whip cream and not only was the whip cream lower in calories but it also only had 2 grams of sugar per serving, and one serving is 2 tablespoons, which is a nice amount. Read the labels.
Good luck trying to avoid the sugar
I have to agree. It is vitally important to read labels when a person is trying to avoid sugar. I had bought a garlic butter sauce that I was assuming (wrongly) would be rich in fats and low in sugars. Well, I had not read the label. It was not real butter - it was soy oil. And it was loaded with high fructose corn syrup. *sigh*
This is why I try to cook from scratch whenever possible. I usually make my own sauce, but didn't want to this time.
This is especially important for people following an Atkin's or Ketogenic diet. So many foods contain sugars.
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A LOT of us can identify with your battle. I know it i an addiction, because if I stay away from it - I don't crave it. Water, fruit and brushing your teeth are great ideas. I think they all work. Right now, I am going to go brush my teeth ::)
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I battle with an sugar addiction too. I count my calories everday and remind myself everyday how much healthier I could be without the sugar and what I could accomplish with my life if I didn't consume as much
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bholmes618 I don't remember my research saying sweet cravings were a result of the absense of any one vitamins, I think it was speaking in general in terms of making sure the body gets the overall proper nutrition it needs in order to avoid such cravings. I'll look it up later, and if I find out otherwise I'll let you know. Thanks for asking!
paints This is my first time hearing of Chia, I'll look that up in a minute. I'd also thought about going organic but for some reason let go of that notion. I'm thinking about it again now. I kicked soda in 09, I stopped craving it years ago.
diala84 I feel like I hit a gold mine with your post lol Thanks for all the info.
Jenai123 I just recently became aware of the natural sugars in fruit
Delphyne I agree that making food from scratch is the best way to control what you eat.
alice44 I have this same sentiment with sunflower seeds and cashew nuts. I literally have to stay away from them because I have found out the hard way they are a hunger trigger for me.
Azanne07 Hello fellow calorie counter! lol What is your daily maximum? Mine is 1,000 and I know that's 200 below the recommended daily consumption but I lowered it because I don't limit myself on anything except oil, meat, and sugar and a lot of the foods I eat is considered unhealthy.
I battle with an sugar addiction too. I count my calories everday and remind myself everyday how much healthier I could be without the sugar and what I could accomplish with my life if I didn't consume as much
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bholmes618 I don't remember my research saying sweet cravings were a result of the absense of any one vitamins, I think it was speaking in general in terms of making sure the body gets the overall proper nutrition it needs in order to avoid such cravings. I'll look it up later, and if I find out otherwise I'll let you know. Thanks for asking!
paints This is my first time hearing of Chia, I'll look that up in a minute. I'd also thought about going organic but for some reason let go of that notion. I'm thinking about it again now. I kicked soda in 09, I stopped craving it years ago.
diala84 I feel like I hit a gold mine with your post lol Thanks for all the info.
Jenai123 I just recently became aware of the natural sugars in fruit
Delphyne I agree that making food from scratch is the best way to control what you eat.
alice44 I have this same sentiment with sunflower seeds and cashew nuts. I literally have to stay away from them because I have found out the hard way they are a hunger trigger for me.
Azanne07 Hello fellow calorie counter! lol What is your daily maximum? Mine is 1,000 and I know that's 200 below the recommended daily consumption but I lowered it because I don't limit myself on anything except oil, meat, and sugar and a lot of the foods I eat is considered unhealthy.
I battle with an sugar addiction too. I count my calories everday and remind myself everyday how much healthier I could be without the sugar and what I could accomplish with my life if I didn't consume as much
We went totally organic. If you want a good reason to do so, watch "The World According to Monsanto". It is a documentary that is available to view online on some sites, I think.
Organic foods also tend to have less pesticide residue. There are many veggies we can truly taste a difference with. Cucumbers are the biggest. I can tell by taste alone if a cucumber is organic or genetically modified. Rice is another example. There is some rice that it is being genetically modified with human DNA.
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I have been doing good at avoiding processed sugar. I have started a 90 day weight loss plan and looking at reaching my weight loss goals. Avoiding excess calaries that is devoid of nutrition is essential if I am to reach my weight loss goals. Processed sugar certainly wrecks havoc with not only ones weight loss efforts but also a persons general all round (overall) health as this forum topic points out.
Wishing all well in their own fights against addictions and their desires to be healthier!
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I am diabetic, and I thought I would have trouble staying away from sugary things. Sometimes I still splurge, but for the most part, things like donuts have no appeal for me anymore. They might taste great for a moment, but they make my stomach hurt right after. I still love ice cream, but CarbSmart ice cream is wonderful and only 4 carbs per scoop.
What diet sodas did you find that contain Stevia - just curious, I am addicted to Diet Dr Pepper and probably will not switch...
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I am diabetic, and I thought I would have trouble staying away from sugary things. Sometimes I still splurge, but for the most part, things like donuts have no appeal for me anymore. They might taste great for a moment, but they make my stomach hurt right after. I still love ice cream, but CarbSmart ice cream is wonderful and only 4 carbs per scoop.
What diet sodas did you find that contain Stevia - just curious, I am addicted to Diet Dr Pepper and probably will not switch...
Zevia and Blue Sky Soda.
Here are some links.
For Zevia:
http://www.zevia.com/ (http://www.zevia.com/)
For Blue Sky:
http://drinkbluesky.com/ (http://drinkbluesky.com/)
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I've drank so many sugary drinks in my younger years that in the last four or five years I just try to limit my intake of sugary drinks.
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Ugh...good luck with that. It seems I cannot live without Pepsi. It even helped me get over my smoking addiction, I just doubled up on the caffeine. :BangHead:
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
I wish you well on your fight against sugar, because you are going to need it, it's really hard to let go of sugar being that it's practically in everything. And yes that is a great idea to put those little notes up to remind you of how bad to much sugar can be. I myself have not had any health issues , but all of us as human beings do need to watch our sugar intake daily so that we do not have health issues later on down the line. So good luck to you ;D
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I've been trying to cut sugar out, along with diet sodas. Trying to find alternatives made with stevia, as well. I've been trying the Zevia sodas, I didn't like some of them, but Dr. Zevia and lemon lime flavors will be able to help me make the switch.
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I've been trying to cut sugar out, along with diet sodas. Trying to find alternatives made with stevia, as well. I've been trying the Zevia sodas, I didn't like some of them, but Dr. Zevia and lemon lime flavors will be able to help me make the switch.
Some of them are funky. I really do prefer Blue Sky soda (with stevia) over the Zevia sodas. Blue Sky is a bit more expensive, but the flavor is not so "wangy".
I am not most used to Blue Sky and Zevia. I have noticed that if I drink a regular soda now, it will upset my stomach.
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I'm not a fan of sweet stuff.
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Delphyne The last time someone suggested a documentary for me it ended up being a life changer. After seeing "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead" I got serious about stopping overeating and since then have lost over 30 lbs so I definitely look forward to seeing "The World According to Monsanto". Thanks! I agree that after going without something you can taste the TRUE food better. That's how I feel when I come off a fast.
almorin Thanks and good luck on your 90 days! What day are you currently on and how's it going?
FontFanatic I keep hearing about alternatives for unhealthy foods (such as Kashki's pizza) and it always excites me to know I don't have to completely give up the foods I love for a healthier lifestyle.
rusgiftsaolcom that's a huge accomplishment, I bet your health thanks you for it!
stepster23 Thanks! I have a reminder on my fridge and after doing research and finding out certain things limiting my sugar is becoming easier. Since starting this post there have been days I have had absolutely no sugar and that's a big deal for me. I've come across some amazing people on this forum that have leant me their knowledge and encouragement and as a result I don't have migraines or toothaches anymore.
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Good luck with your fight against sugar...I'm sure its hard but you can do it...Try to think of other eating options and makybe try sugar free candy and gum.
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I give you Koodos, for that fight. The only way out is to become a vegetarian, where fruit and vegetable juices will keep you healthy. Good luck.
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I have some eating habits that can be considered weird but some of them work in my favor. I am not really a fan of sweets and I don't tend to consume much sugar. It works out for me.
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kilophkadamas It sounds like you gave up one addiction for another. I've seen people do this. I'd attempt to transfer my addictive habits to something positive like reading or working out. What have you tried so far to wean yourself off Pepsi (which my ex mother in law is also addicted to)?
jnjmolly Thanks for the suggestions and encouragement! I keep hearing about sugar free candy, I've made a note to look for it when I do my grocery shopping this week.
king4cash I've actually considered becoming a vegetarian. I think I'll ease into that by first become a pescatarian, which through research I've learned carries the risk of consuming too much mercury in the body so even seafood meat has to be eaten lightly when I get serious about it. I've weaned myself off fried food completely since starting a healthier lifestyle and that's a big accomplishment for me. I wanna get more of a handle on this sugar goal (I've become a LOT better since starting this forum thanks to everyone's info & encouragement) and then I'll tackle meat, which at this point I don't really eat a lot of anyway.
bigfoot951 What are those weird eating habits? Inquiring minds would like to know :)
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I don't have weight problems but have a sweet tooth. I have found that if I omit it from my diet the urge will go away after about 2 weeks. Eating a Macintosh apple helps the craving.
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Great advice and a great plan... good luck PGS!!!!
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vicogden Thanks so much!!!
I agree that the longer you go without something the less tempting it is. I hadn't realized until recently that I don't even desire fried foods anymore. Sure, I still love Popeye's but it's not a must have or even a first choice anymore.
I don't have weight problems but have a sweet tooth. I have found that if I omit it from my diet the urge will go away after about 2 weeks. Eating a Macintosh apple helps the craving.
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We bought Zevia cream soda this week. First time I have tried the cream soda flavor from Zevia and I have to say, I really really like it.
If anyone has a Sprouts or Henry's Farmer's Market nearby, they carry it.
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I wanted to post a wee update about sugar. I have been drinking non-sugar, non-artificial sodas like Blue Sky and Zevia. I had a few sugary sodas over the past couple days and found that they really upset my stomach. They also made my mouth feel gross.
I HIGHLY recommend Zevia and Blue Sky soda. Zevia's cream soda is awesome. I love a good cream soda.
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i defianetly try to limit my sugar i feel yuck after i eat too much however looking at ur pic u look good shape however u may have a fast metabolism like i do... now i dont ever really have caviities so if thats y u r stopping sugar i wouldnt worry too much id just get better brushing habits floss use moutwash and cut down on sugar i like one or two things a day of sugar maxxx
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I have not read all the posts in this thread so I might be mentioning something that has already been posted. SPLENDA (also sold under other names such as that found in Wally-Mart) is an excellent alternative to refined sugar. They also have a a form of it that is designed for cooking/baking that works beautifully. I know there are a few other substances that are available that I have yet to try, but this one is just perfect for my needs, taste is no different and has no aftertaste.
I think that there is a big difference in 'sweets' and the craving for sugar. The sugar craving is probably as much of a chemical thing as the desire for something sweet. I found that once I HAD to cease sugar (diabetes) that I no longer felt a craving for sweets after switching over to SPLENDA type substances. So I kind of determined that my former desrie for 'sweets' was not really a problem, it was just the chemical of sugar that was making the cravings. Maybe it is all in my head, but that is OK too!! :) So giving the alternatives might work for others as well... :)
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I had gestational diabetes during my first pregnancy. Though you had it during your pregnancy and went away after the pregnancy - you still might want to still check your sugar levels. Right before my second pregnancy I was full blown diabetic. It can come back. I am living proof that it can. Splenda is awesome and it is very similar to sugar. I can tell no difference. Try the Coca-Cola zero line. To me it taste the same as regular cola. I can not do the diet soda - yuck!
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Splenda is made from sucralose and I would not recommend it for anyone with diabetes. Not at all.
Sucralose is a form of sugar. (Anything with -ose at the end is sugar: fructose, sucrose, sucralose, glucose.)
However, Splenda is derived from sugar. It is not a healthy alternative for people with diabetes, despite how it is advertised.
This is why I use Stevia and drink sodas with Stevia. I will NOT consume Splenda, Sucralose, or Aspartame. I have enough nerve damage without those products contributing to it.
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
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One of the things I found helpful when cutting out processed sugar, is eating fresh fruit. Once you get used to the natural sugar in fresh fruit, when you eat something overly surgary or eat candy, it taste too sweet. Plus, the natural fruit also satisfy's the crunch or need to chew. If you must have sugar in your coffee or tea, try honey. You will use far less plus if it is local raw honey and you have any allergy issues, it will help with that as well. Good luck to you. Since you seem to have a weight goal in mind as well, wait until tackle fats.....I try not to address both at once; rather choosing one hurdle at a time. Good luck to you! :cat:
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I have never liked sweet too much..except coke. I wish you well on your journey.
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Delphyne I kicked soda in 09 and since then I don't even crave it but I wish I'd had the non sugar soda you speak of to help me with my transition. I'll still look into it, this would be a good alternative for the kiddos. And I had the same concerns about Splenda that you pointed out.
Thanks waterbearer! I have to work HARD in the gym for this body lol I have an appointment in a couple of weeks to get the two cavities pulled AND a root canal- lesson learned the hard way about the sweets :( but better late than never I suppose
jmeccaskill I've always tried to stay away from artificial sweeteners because I read somewhere that they are worse than actual sugar. Is this true for splenda? I so want to find a healthier alternative if possible. I use olive oil instead of vegetable oil, I can't believe it's not butter instead of country crock and sea salt instead of table salt. We rarely eat fried foods or drink soda. I'm trying to teach my kids a healthier lifestyle while they're young.
autumnsparklemom What an eye opening post- thanks!
THanks alaskakaren!
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I too am a sweet addict. My Dad love sweets and now it's very hard to give up sweets because it's all gone to my hips, things, stomach, upper body. I know it's not good for me. I always try to buy sugar free everything. I need to lose weight like now because it's now affecting my being able to do anything that I enjoy. My back is worst of all but that occurred some years ago-I was in a car accident. Today, I am in agony when I walk. Trying to eat healthier and do some exercise, but always in pain.
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It is really hard for me to fight sugar, I am amaze to the people that did it, way to go for all of you that doing good fighting sugar.
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I forgot to mention in my earlier post. There are recipes for cookies using fruits as a sweetener instead of sugar. I was research them for my son who has diabetes2. I have to confess I have not tried them yet...perhaps I will try a batch this week. Any way I saw have seen several recipes on sites such as food and allrecipes.
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Normally, I don't eat a lot of sugar. But if I get started, its like a hidden addiction re-surfaces. Then its a battle to give up the candy and cookies.
One must be ever-vigilent in the war against sugar.
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mrisha What did your doctor suggest? Maybe he/she can give you some transitional tips like walk slowly 3 days a week. When we think of working out we think of sweating by the gallons and being sore but that doesn't have to be true; any constant movement can be considered exercise and I read somewhere that we even burn calories in our sleep (not sure how true that is).
Thanks bonzie! I started off substituting for foods that "weren't so bad" then I'd have days where I'd make it a goal not to eat anything sweet and now days pass and I don't eat sweets without even trying not to. It gets easier with each day of effort.
dbsaus1 Let me know how it comes out!
bremer51 I know what you mean! That's why I don't like going to buffets because if I see it and I "sample" it, it's pretty much over if it's good but one thing I can say is that since I've been restricting myself my taste for what is and isn't good has become a lot more keen.
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PGS28 I limit things with sugar substitute mainly because I find that when I eat those things I start to crave sweet things in general, and that is when I falter! I do allow myself one day a week when I can have a real sweet (usually some chocolate!) I also snack on lowfat dairy (string cheese, laughing cow) and eat lowfat protein which helps some. I fall off the wagon once or twice a year (Christmas is a real challenge), but I find that if I just get back on the wagon it doesn't take long to get back to where I need to be.
mrisa Try starting really slow...walk for 5 to 10 minutes each day, work up to 20 to 30 minutes. Don't think you have to jump right into heavy exercise - even a little will help you feel better.
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
You should really try a low carb diet like keto or paleo.
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Honey has a lot of calories but the next time I have a craving I'll have a teaspoon of honey. Wish I had thought about this last night when I had those marshmallows. I read somewhere that when foods have no sugar they are sweetened with other artificial substances that can be just as, if not more harmful than sugar. I've been meaning to start reading food labels anyway so your tip will force me to start doing so :)
My fight against invasive plants...that is where sugar comes from: "Sugar cane". Your fight against sugar is my fight against sugar! Replace it with honey or shop at Walmart which has Walmart brand food stuff with "no sugar". For example: Instant oatmeal. Look at the box and find the sign: "No sugar".
You should really learn more about stevia. It is a natural sweetener that does NOT affect blood sugar and it is GOOD for you. It even helps control blood pressure as well as blood sugar.
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ahhh It takes a strong person to fight sugar so kudos to you guys. I hope I can at least cut back to get ready for summer :thumbsup:
Well I must be really strong then lol! I haven't had any refined sugar what-so-ever 8 months...
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I never had a taste for sweets, always chips and popcorn for me. I am going through the change and cant seem to get enough sweets, I know , wierd.
Chips and popcorn are pure carbs so your craving sugar should be no surprise at all.
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kilophkadamas It sounds like you gave up one addiction for another. I've seen people do this. I'd attempt to transfer my addictive habits to something positive like reading or working out. What have you tried so far to wean yourself off Pepsi (which my ex mother in law is also addicted to)?
jnjmolly Thanks for the suggestions and encouragement! I keep hearing about sugar free candy, I've made a note to look for it when I do my grocery shopping this week.
king4cash I've actually considered becoming a vegetarian. I think I'll ease into that by first become a pescatarian, which through research I've learned carries the risk of consuming too much mercury in the body so even seafood meat has to be eaten lightly when I get serious about it. I've weaned myself off fried food completely since starting a healthier lifestyle and that's a big accomplishment for me. I wanna get more of a handle on this sugar goal (I've become a LOT better since starting this forum thanks to everyone's info & encouragement) and then I'll tackle meat, which at this point I don't really eat a lot of anyway.
bigfoot951 What are those weird eating habits? Inquiring minds would like to know :)
HAHAHAHAH If you want to avoid sugar avoiding meat is not the way to go lol!
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often when people go off of sugar they turn to high cholestral foods much likes dairy and meat therefore creating a new problem so when changing diets
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Splenda IS derived from sugar, and it is a fact that some believe it is not a good substance. However, there are some that believe the earth is flat and those that believe that genetic alteration of foods is deathly!! There are always some that will fear monger almost anything that comes along. My only comment here is say that I have come to the conclusion that Splenda is perfectly fine for ME. I see doctors probably more frequently than most folks and I consult with them on dietary substances and issues constantly. The advice I get is considered carefully and followed. As with practically anything, the big issue is with how much one consumes of any particular substance. Aspertame for example does not pose trouble for MOST people, yet can be very bad in a number of ways for some. Caffine is similar, some can dring 20 cups a day with no ill effects, and some can actually die from it!
Splenda is no different in this regard. I do know that it has had NO detrimental effect for me, and that is a medical fact. Though it is a sugar of a sort, so is everything you consume at some point, everything you consume becomes a chemical sugar during digestion as that is what fuels your body! Heck, alcohol is pure sugar! Just check the structure of it!
Again, I am not attacking anyone or anything said in this thread, it is a fact that there are pro and con arguments on the substance just as with practically everything. I can only suggest that you consult with your medical folks to determine what is right for YOU! I know that even with the potential downsides of something like Splenda its use is far less of a problem than using refined sugar. :)
Best wishes!
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Splenda IS derived from sugar, and it is a fact that some believe it is not a good substance. However, there are some that believe the earth is flat and those that believe that genetic alteration of foods is deathly!! There are always some that will fear monger almost anything that comes along. My only comment here is say that I have come to the conclusion that Splenda is perfectly fine for ME. I see doctors probably more frequently than most folks and I consult with them on dietary substances and issues constantly. The advice I get is considered carefully and followed. As with practically anything, the big issue is with how much one consumes of any particular substance. Aspertame for example does not pose trouble for MOST people, yet can be very bad in a number of ways for some. Caffine is similar, some can dring 20 cups a day with no ill effects, and some can actually die from it!
Splenda is no different in this regard. I do know that it has had NO detrimental effect for me, and that is a medical fact. Though it is a sugar of a sort, so is everything you consume at some point, everything you consume becomes a chemical sugar during digestion as that is what fuels your body! Heck, alcohol is pure sugar! Just check the structure of it!
Again, I am not attacking anyone or anything said in this thread, it is a fact that there are pro and con arguments on the substance just as with practically everything. I can only suggest that you consult with your medical folks to determine what is right for YOU! I know that even with the potential downsides of something like Splenda its use is far less of a problem than using refined sugar. :)
Best wishes!
It is scientifically proven that the earth is round. However, it is not scientifically proven that genetically modified organisms are safe. On the contrary, there are numerous scientific studies which state that they are harmful to the human body, cause birth defects, and are also harmful to indigenous crops.
Lumping the two in the same sentence is not appropriate in the slightest.
Further, while you may have no issues with a certain food or substance, that is you. There are people on this particular thread which do have bad effects from sugar or sugar substitutes. Many people with seizures must cut sugars and substitutes from their diets because sugars can cause seizures. People with nerve damage are also advised to cut sugars because they do harm nerve cells. This has been scientifically proven.
I hope you take some of these issues into account. Your post was bordering on rude, and was definitely self-righteous.
So, for people who are trying to cut sugars from their diet, I stand by my earlier statement -- I do NOT recommend Splenda. Try Stevia instead.
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I crave sugar and lately I've been eating it far too much. I now have a couple of cavities and I still eat it. When I was pregnant I had type 2 diabetes but it supposedly went away after my pregnancy so I didn't worry about it. I'm not having complications now related to diabetes, but my toothache recently spread to my head and caused me to have a headache and that's when I knew I had to do better.
I am declaring a personal war against foods loaded with sugar. I recently went from 167 to 136 and since March 14 have adopted a healthier lifestyle but I've never been able to control the cravings. I'm going to treat this addiction as it is- an addiction. This post will be a reminder of my goal.
To arm myself I:
posted a note on my fridge that says "Sweets Carry: Tooth decay, Diabetes, Empty calories"
posted this thread to remind myself of my goal
performed research on what causes cravings, how to fight them, and healthy alternatives
Hope this helps someone else, good day FC!
You should really try a low carb diet like keto or paleo.
I am on the Keto diet. Truly, I highly recommend it. My daughter just started it because she was recently diagnosed with PCOS. Some people with PCOS have seen huge reductions in their symptoms after going Keto or low-carb. Many people with epilepsy received benefit from the Keto diet. Also, people with nerve disorders - like MS - are also seeing reductions in their symptoms.
I have Complex Partial Seizures and MS. I have said this before elsewhere, and am happy to say it again. My MS symptoms are much less than they were. My pain levels have decreased considerably. My seizures are also more manageable than they were.
I might also add that my symptoms were made worse by pharmaceutical medications because I am chemically sensitive.
Not everyone will derive benefits from these diets, but some people will - and that is reason enough to pass the information along.
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sorry if you were offended in my statements, if you took issue that is your prerogative to do so. Sensitivity like everything else is a personal issue. I do believe that I suggested that above all else, a person should consult their own MD concerning diet and such. Therefore I stand by my post. ;D
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Good luck.....you can do it..., wean yourself from sugar.....like once a day the first week then once every 3 days for 2 weeks.....the longer you do with it the easier it will be...til you reach a point where you can use it as a reward to yourself when you do something good or are having a sugar attack....it's harder when we try and go cold turkey....
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honey...it takes about 30 days to get used to. don't give up!
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congats on your losing weight you feel better when you lose weight i have lost some weight also and i am noticing changes in the way i feel day to day
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sorry if you were offended in my statements, if you took issue that is your prerogative to do so. Sensitivity like everything else is a personal issue. I do believe that I suggested that above all else, a person should consult their own MD concerning diet and such. Therefore I stand by my post. ;D
I take issue with false statements. It is your choice to make false statements, just as it is mine to correct them.
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duckFACE I keep hearing about Laughing Cow cheese and Skinny Cow ice cream treats, I gotta check both of those out soon. Holidays are a challenge for me too- my grandmother makes the absolute best sweet potato and pecan pies! lol
Cuppycake which of these diets have you tried and what's your experience with them? And my interest in becoming a vegetarian is seperate from me wanting to stop eating so much sweets (which I have accomplished). I can only tackle one issue at a time. Studies show that people that don't eat certain types of eat are healthier, which is the OVERALL main goal. I think the pescetarian way to go is for me, I'm still transitioning so IDK yet.
moonangel I can see that happening. Kinda like people who quit smoking and in return start eating way more food than they should.
jmccaskill & Delphyne Thanks for the input. Everyone's experiences of course will not be the same, that's why I appreciate as much info as I can get :)
I've been hearing so much about the keto diet I've decided to start it TODAY. I've successfully conquered the sugar beast- there are days I go without eating anything sweet at all and it doesn't bother me. What's ironic is that I fasted yesterday without even having this in mind and that seems to be a requirement of the diet. Ha! I'll ease into the diet, I'd be lying if I said I was going to completely change my eating habits to suit this diet. Even though I think I have the discipline to do that for the first few days I don't want my brain to equate this diet to deprivation so I always transition.
What foods do those of you on the keto diet eat/stay away from? Here is my keto plan (tell me if you experienced keto dieters have any suggestions):
Fats- cheese, mayo, & butter- which I already like and was actually worried that I eat too much of. I'd already wrote on my grocery list to replace country crock with i can't believe it's not butter- good idea guys?
Fruits and Veggies- I've been putting off trying avacados again (which is a superfood) but I'll get it now.
Proteins- eggs, fish, and salmon.
snacks- nuts.
I'm already eating these foods! I just have to eat a little more high fat proteins and continue to stay away from the sugar. I also have to pick up some mayo and avacado. Thanks for putting me onto this guys!
THANKS A LOT mill8277, batmobile, & momtobe2012!!
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Keep up the good fight!
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Couple pieces of info to share.
First from: http://www.mydiabetes.com/profiles/blogs/neuropathy-or-nerve-damage (http://www.mydiabetes.com/profiles/blogs/neuropathy-or-nerve-damage)
I do not have diabetes, but I do have MS and Epilepsy. The outer coating around my nerve cells have been damaged. Cutting sugar is one way to fight this.
"Damage to nerve cells is called “neuropathy.” Nerve cells are like insulated wires. When blood sugar is high, the sugar causes damage to the insulation of the nerve. After time, the nerves become unable to send signals through the body the way they should."
And the second is a news article about the Ketogenic diet and epilepsy. More information about cutting sugar to reduce seizures can be found in research documents and universities.
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2012/05/23/epilepsy-miracle-diet-prevents-seizures-scientists-may-know-why/ (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2012/05/23/epilepsy-miracle-diet-prevents-seizures-scientists-may-know-why/)
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It's okay to eat sugared items from time to time; the key is to not keep them as STAPLES in your house like most people do. Cookies and ice cream should be special treats that you have to go out of your way to get, not always available!
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Thanks rainman306!
Delphyne I looked at the articles. That goes to show you how important what we eat is to our health. Wow. Applied knowledge really is power.
I agree queenofnines. When I first started this journey my goal was to eat no sweets but I've learned it's ok to have some here and there and since I haven't been depriving myself I find myself going more and more days in between without eating sweets. I was in the midst of a HORRIBLE migraine when I created this post. After I'd come to the realization of where the sudden headaches were coming from I decided to do better. I've received so much valuable information from the people on this thread and I thank you all deeply. I haven't had a headache, breakout, or even toothache in weeks. I'm still getting the cavities removed/fixed though.
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duckFACE I keep hearing about Laughing Cow cheese and Skinny Cow ice cream treats, I gotta check both of those out soon. Holidays are a challenge for me too- my grandmother makes the absolute best sweet potato and pecan pies! lol
Cuppycake which of these diets have you tried and what's your experience with them? And my interest in becoming a vegetarian is seperate from me wanting to stop eating so much sweets (which I have accomplished). I can only tackle one issue at a time. Studies show that people that don't eat certain types of eat are healthier, which is the OVERALL main goal. I think the pescetarian way to go is for me, I'm still transitioning so IDK yet.
moonangel I can see that happening. Kinda like people who quit smoking and in return start eating way more food than they should.
jmccaskill & Delphyne Thanks for the input. Everyone's experiences of course will not be the same, that's why I appreciate as much info as I can get :)
I've been hearing so much about the keto diet I've decided to start it TODAY. I've successfully conquered the sugar beast- there are days I go without eating anything sweet at all and it doesn't bother me. What's ironic is that I fasted yesterday without even having this in mind and that seems to be a requirement of the diet. Ha! I'll ease into the diet, I'd be lying if I said I was going to completely change my eating habits to suit this diet. Even though I think I have the discipline to do that for the first few days I don't want my brain to equate this diet to deprivation so I always transition.
What foods do those of you on the keto diet eat/stay away from? Here is my keto plan (tell me if you experienced keto dieters have any suggestions):
Fats- cheese, mayo, & butter- which I already like and was actually worried that I eat too much of. I'd already wrote on my grocery list to replace country crock with i can't believe it's not butter- good idea guys?
Fruits and Veggies- I've been putting off trying avacados again (which is a superfood) but I'll get it now.
Proteins- eggs, fish, and salmon.
snacks- nuts.
I'm already eating these foods! I just have to eat a little more high fat proteins and continue to stay away from the sugar. I also have to pick up some mayo and avacado. Thanks for putting me onto this guys!
THANKS A LOT mill8277, batmobile, & momtobe2012!!
My husband and I are both on Keto. We have been on Keto for almost a year now.
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duckFACE I keep hearing about Laughing Cow cheese and Skinny Cow ice cream treats, I gotta check both of those out soon. Holidays are a challenge for me too- my grandmother makes the absolute best sweet potato and pecan pies! lol
Cuppycake which of these diets have you tried and what's your experience with them? And my interest in becoming a vegetarian is seperate from me wanting to stop eating so much sweets (which I have accomplished). I can only tackle one issue at a time. Studies show that people that don't eat certain types of eat are healthier, which is the OVERALL main goal. I think the pescetarian way to go is for me, I'm still transitioning so IDK yet.
moonangel I can see that happening. Kinda like people who quit smoking and in return start eating way more food than they should.
jmccaskill & Delphyne Thanks for the input. Everyone's experiences of course will not be the same, that's why I appreciate as much info as I can get :)
I've been hearing so much about the keto diet I've decided to start it TODAY. I've successfully conquered the sugar beast- there are days I go without eating anything sweet at all and it doesn't bother me. What's ironic is that I fasted yesterday without even having this in mind and that seems to be a requirement of the diet. Ha! I'll ease into the diet, I'd be lying if I said I was going to completely change my eating habits to suit this diet. Even though I think I have the discipline to do that for the first few days I don't want my brain to equate this diet to deprivation so I always transition.
What foods do those of you on the keto diet eat/stay away from? Here is my keto plan (tell me if you experienced keto dieters have any suggestions):
Fats- cheese, mayo, & butter- which I already like and was actually worried that I eat too much of. I'd already wrote on my grocery list to replace country crock with i can't believe it's not butter- good idea guys?
Fruits and Veggies- I've been putting off trying avacados again (which is a superfood) but I'll get it now.
Proteins- eggs, fish, and salmon.
snacks- nuts.
I'm already eating these foods! I just have to eat a little more high fat proteins and continue to stay away from the sugar. I also have to pick up some mayo and avacado. Thanks for putting me onto this guys!
THANKS A LOT mill8277, batmobile, & momtobe2012!!
You should add spinach to your list as well. I eat spinach instead of lettuce and have a salad with chicken for my lunch most days.
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Sugar addiction is real, and wreaks a lot of havoc on the body. Once in a while, when I am around chips, I eat them, and then cant stop eating them. I buy chips occasionally, and it takes a lot of control, to not eat them, atleast for me.
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Cuppycake I don't like the cooked spinach, but I'll try the dried spinach leaves. I'm tempted to try them every time I go to Subway. I'll make it a note to ask to sample a leaf when I go back and if it's tolerable I'll buy a bag from Walmart. I hope I can stomach it b/c it's a super food also. I was just so disgusted by the cooked spinach..... but I'll try it anyway. If I can drink grapefruit juice I can do spinach. Blah! The things we do for our health.
champak97 I agree, it does a lot of damage and it's not worth it for temporary satisfaction. I've been doing great with omitting and substituting sweet foods. Whenever I want chips I try to reach for Sun Chips. I remember when they first came out. I loved them then for taste but I love them now as a healthier alternative.
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duckFACE I keep hearing about Laughing Cow cheese and Skinny Cow ice cream treats, I gotta check both of those out soon. Holidays are a challenge for me too- my grandmother makes the absolute best sweet potato and pecan pies! lol
Cuppycake which of these diets have you tried and what's your experience with them? And my interest in becoming a vegetarian is seperate from me wanting to stop eating so much sweets (which I have accomplished). I can only tackle one issue at a time. Studies show that people that don't eat certain types of eat are healthier, which is the OVERALL main goal. I think the pescetarian way to go is for me, I'm still transitioning so IDK yet.
moonangel I can see that happening. Kinda like people who quit smoking and in return start eating way more food than they should.
jmccaskill & Delphyne Thanks for the input. Everyone's experiences of course will not be the same, that's why I appreciate as much info as I can get :)
I've been hearing so much about the keto diet I've decided to start it TODAY. I've successfully conquered the sugar beast- there are days I go without eating anything sweet at all and it doesn't bother me. What's ironic is that I fasted yesterday without even having this in mind and that seems to be a requirement of the diet. Ha! I'll ease into the diet, I'd be lying if I said I was going to completely change my eating habits to suit this diet. Even though I think I have the discipline to do that for the first few days I don't want my brain to equate this diet to deprivation so I always transition.
What foods do those of you on the keto diet eat/stay away from? Here is my keto plan (tell me if you experienced keto dieters have any suggestions):
Fats- cheese, mayo, & butter- which I already like and was actually worried that I eat too much of. I'd already wrote on my grocery list to replace country crock with i can't believe it's not butter- good idea guys?
Fruits and Veggies- I've been putting off trying avacados again (which is a superfood) but I'll get it now.
Proteins- eggs, fish, and salmon.
snacks- nuts.
I'm already eating these foods! I just have to eat a little more high fat proteins and continue to stay away from the sugar. I also have to pick up some mayo and avacado. Thanks for putting me onto this guys!
THANKS A LOT mill8277, batmobile, & momtobe2012!!
My husband and I are both on Keto. We have been on Keto for almost a year now.
@Cuppycake - how are you and your husband liking it? My husband and I have been doing Keto for about a year now, too. I am quite happy with the results.
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That so good! good for you. I wish I could lose some pounds easy like that. Wow that's good. I'm a sugar addict too and I am diabetic. I just have to try harder. ;D
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my fight against sugar. im a diebetic and have not used it for 3 years and dont miss it
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good for you, and good luck!!!!
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lguzman1 you can do it! Don't go all off at once, transition into it by substituting at first. Since you have diabetes we really need you to conquer the sugar :)
rpse1927 congrats!
natasahaspy thanks a lot!
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In try to avoid sugar too because of tooth decay and putting on weight.
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duckFACE I keep hearing about Laughing Cow cheese and Skinny Cow ice cream treats, I gotta check both of those out soon. Holidays are a challenge for me too- my grandmother makes the absolute best sweet potato and pecan pies! lol
Cuppycake which of these diets have you tried and what's your experience with them? And my interest in becoming a vegetarian is seperate from me wanting to stop eating so much sweets (which I have accomplished). I can only tackle one issue at a time. Studies show that people that don't eat certain types of eat are healthier, which is the OVERALL main goal. I think the pescetarian way to go is for me, I'm still transitioning so IDK yet.
moonangel I can see that happening. Kinda like people who quit smoking and in return start eating way more food than they should.
jmccaskill & Delphyne Thanks for the input. Everyone's experiences of course will not be the same, that's why I appreciate as much info as I can get :)
I've been hearing so much about the keto diet I've decided to start it TODAY. I've successfully conquered the sugar beast- there are days I go without eating anything sweet at all and it doesn't bother me. What's ironic is that I fasted yesterday without even having this in mind and that seems to be a requirement of the diet. Ha! I'll ease into the diet, I'd be lying if I said I was going to completely change my eating habits to suit this diet. Even though I think I have the discipline to do that for the first few days I don't want my brain to equate this diet to deprivation so I always transition.
What foods do those of you on the keto diet eat/stay away from? Here is my keto plan (tell me if you experienced keto dieters have any suggestions):
Fats- cheese, mayo, & butter- which I already like and was actually worried that I eat too much of. I'd already wrote on my grocery list to replace country crock with i can't believe it's not butter- good idea guys?
Fruits and Veggies- I've been putting off trying avacados again (which is a superfood) but I'll get it now.
Proteins- eggs, fish, and salmon.
snacks- nuts.
I'm already eating these foods! I just have to eat a little more high fat proteins and continue to stay away from the sugar. I also have to pick up some mayo and avacado. Thanks for putting me onto this guys!
THANKS A LOT mill8277, batmobile, & momtobe2012!!
My husband and I are both on Keto. We have been on Keto for almost a year now.
@Cuppycake - how are you and your husband liking it? My husband and I have been doing Keto for about a year now, too. I am quite happy with the results.
We LOVE it ! I am a chef so I have created a great many low carb recipes to meet our every need ! I am actually in the process of writing a low carb cook book ! I find I have more energy and he has lost allot of weight just by eating delicious food lol!
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Cuppycake I don't like the cooked spinach, but I'll try the dried spinach leaves. I'm tempted to try them every time I go to Subway. I'll make it a note to ask to sample a leaf when I go back and if it's tolerable I'll buy a bag from Walmart. I hope I can stomach it b/c it's a super food also. I was just so disgusted by the cooked spinach..... but I'll try it anyway. If I can drink grapefruit juice I can do spinach. Blah! The things we do for our health.
champak97 I agree, it does a lot of damage and it's not worth it for temporary satisfaction. I've been doing great with omitting and substituting sweet foods. Whenever I want chips I try to reach for Sun Chips. I remember when they first came out. I loved them then for taste but I love them now as a healthier alternative.
I mostly eat spinach in place of lettuce. You should really try that.
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Amen on the raw spinach in lieu of lettuce!! I have totally swapped out the use of lettuce of all types including using it on sandwiches for spinach. So now I eat a BST instead of a BLT!! Much better taste to me and a great deal more nutritional value!
Now cooked spinach is something I have hated since childhood and my opion of that wretched substance still abides! :D
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Cuppycake make sure you promote that book on forums like this, I know I prefer to take advice from people who actually live by it.
Jmccaskill & Cuppycake I've already decided to try the spinach leaves, I got the mayo and avacado for the keto diet and I'm having the avacado today.
mardukblood2009 Those are two of the reasons listed on the "Why I Should Stay Away From Sweets" list that I have posted on my fridge
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luckley i drot crave sweets,,my mom and grandmother was a diebetic,,,but mt husband lives on sweets :dog:
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lol I've never met a man that had a big sweet tooth, whenever I've shopped for dinners all but the desserts were completely eaten and I'd be like oh well, more for me lol
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I should also fight this war with sugar lol, I have an addicition/love for pepsi. Although I would say that my pepsi craving pretty much helped me destroy my smoking addiction.
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Pepsi helped my ex mother in law in the same way. She tried kicking Pepsi a few years ago (she was up to drinking 3-4 a day) but I don't know how that went for her. People a lot of time trade one vice for another, just knock them out one at a time as your will allows you to :)
UPDATE: I have officially conquered the sugar beast! I can now go weeks without even craving anything sweet. I have an appointment on Wednesday June 11th to get the cavities pulled :( I'm nervous about the after pain yet anxious to get it over with and embarrassed I let it get so bad. I'm glad I realized the havoc sugar was causing on my teeth, skin (which looks better than ever), and body, and overall health before it was too late. Now I'm working on limiting spoken negativity. I catch myself speaking negatively of people more over these last couple of weeks than ever and I don't like it. Although I still feel like when you borrow money from me that gives me the right to give my opinion I don't like coming off as a judgmental/negative/insensitive person. I may start another thread about that asking advice from those who have any tips or advice on this issue.
Thank you all for your forwarded research and shared life experiences with me throughout this sugar fighting journey!!!
I should also fight this war with sugar lol, I have an addicition/love for pepsi. Although I would say that my pepsi craving pretty much helped me destroy my smoking addiction.
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Sugar IS addicting. Some days I tell myself "I'll wait for a couple hours" and then the same a couple hours later., Occasionally the day will have slipped by and I never did eat any. Those are my proud days ;D
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I know the feeling! When I first starting restricting myself I was so proud of those days when I didn't have any sweets, and when the days turned to weeks I knew I could do anything I set my mind to.
Sugar IS addicting. Some days I tell myself "I'll wait for a couple hours" and then the same a couple hours later., Occasionally the day will have slipped by and I never did eat any. Those are my proud days ;D