Overcoming Sugar Cravings!
Reality star Kim K. says that getting back to her "normal" weight
will be difficult. Why? During her pregnancy she was allowed to eat
more of the sweet treats she so loves.
And eating more of her favorite sweet treats will not only make it hard to
get back into shape, new research says that unborn babies will develop a sweet
tooth as well, they'll also have a greater chance of getting heart disease,
diabetes and some cancers.
So, to help the Kim K's and the regular moms out there, here are a few tips to
help you overcome your addiction to sugar.
a) Shake It Off-
No- not by doing exercise, but drinking an actual shake. Having a shake about
11:00 am helps cut your cravings for 3 hrs. straight.
What type of shake? Try one with coconut milk, 1/2 avocado, some whey protein
and some frozen fruit (berries). Or buy one already made--Slim-Fast or Optimum
Nutrition.
b) Eat This For Breakfast-
Eggs with mushrooms or eggs with some salmon.
Either selection you choose and you cut your appetite considerably.
Eggs (with the yolks) ar very filling and at 70 calories each, you
can't go wrong. Skip the bagel, toast, hash browns, sweet roll and big glass
of O.J.
c) Drink This-
A darker brand of coffee. French or Italian brands of coffee also
had side effects, what were they? Fewer cravings for sweets later on in
the day. Dark roast beans are packed with compounds that help muscle
cells make better use of sugar-controlling insulin.
d) Watch The Clock-
Do you pride yourself on having a slice of toast and some coffee
in the morning and then eating about 5 or 6 pm?
Well, if this is you, you're making a big mistake. Why?
Going too long between meals causes big peaks and valleys
with your blood sugar levels and that can create cravings
for sweets and carbs well into the night. Not a fan of eating a big meal?
Have some fruit, a bowl of soup, some peanut butter (natural )on whole
grain crackers or some veggies with hummus about 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.
e) Read This-
The books by Jorge Cruise. Jorge Cruise tells you about the hidden sugars
in thousands of foods and helps you steer clear of these foods.
Go to Amazon.com and download his books to your E-reader.
f) Get Some Sleep-
Believe it or not, if you sleep 6 or fewer hrs. it may be the cause of your
sugar cravings. When you sleep your brain produces a surge of HGH,
a human growth hormone, and this hormone quickly improves blood sugar
control and shuts down your appetite. And for those who are able-
take a 20 min nap each day. A nap is quite beneficial for those fighting
their cravings for sweets.
g) Light Up-
No, not that, we're talking candles. A vanilla-scented candle to be exact.
The scent is said to help you relax and cut cravings to boot.
Light one while watching T.V. and make it a soy candle.
h) Exercise-
Feel a craving coming on? Do something physical like
walk in place, some pushups, or take a walk around your neighborhood.
Also helpful: do a crossword puzzle or scrapbook. Or drink a glass of water.
Sometimes cravings can mean you're just dehydrated.
That's it- 8 great tips to help you or a loved one overcome your
addiction to the white powder, aka Sugar.
Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!
Reality star Kim K. says that getting back to her "normal" weight
will be difficult. Why? During her pregnancy she was allowed to eat
more of the sweet treats she so loves.
And eating more of her favorite sweet treats will not only make it hard to
get back into shape, new research says that unborn babies will develop a sweet
tooth as well, they'll also have a greater chance of getting heart disease,
diabetes and some cancers.
So, to help the Kim K's and the regular moms out there, here are a few tips to
help you overcome your addiction to sugar.
a) Shake It Off-
No- not by doing exercise, but drinking an actual shake. Having a shake about
11:00 am helps cut your cravings for 3 hrs. straight.
What type of shake? Try one with coconut milk, 1/2 avocado, some whey protein
and some frozen fruit (berries). Or buy one already made--Slim-Fast or Optimum
Nutrition.
b) Eat This For Breakfast-
Eggs with mushrooms or eggs with some salmon.
Either selection you choose and you cut your appetite considerably.
Eggs (with the yolks) ar very filling and at 70 calories each, you
can't go wrong. Skip the bagel, toast, hash browns, sweet roll and big glass
of O.J.
c) Drink This-
A darker brand of coffee. French or Italian brands of coffee also
had side effects, what were they? Fewer cravings for sweets later on in
the day. Dark roast beans are packed with compounds that help muscle
cells make better use of sugar-controlling insulin.
d) Watch The Clock-
Do you pride yourself on having a slice of toast and some coffee
in the morning and then eating about 5 or 6 pm?
Well, if this is you, you're making a big mistake. Why?
Going too long between meals causes big peaks and valleys
with your blood sugar levels and that can create cravings
for sweets and carbs well into the night. Not a fan of eating a big meal?
Have some fruit, a bowl of soup, some peanut butter (natural )on whole
grain crackers or some veggies with hummus about 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.
e) Read This-
The books by Jorge Cruise. Jorge Cruise tells you about the hidden sugars
in thousands of foods and helps you steer clear of these foods.
Go to Amazon.com and download his books to your E-reader.
f) Get Some Sleep-
Believe it or not, if you sleep 6 or fewer hrs. it may be the cause of your
sugar cravings. When you sleep your brain produces a surge of HGH,
a human growth hormone, and this hormone quickly improves blood sugar
control and shuts down your appetite. And for those who are able-
take a 20 min nap each day. A nap is quite beneficial for those fighting
their cravings for sweets.
g) Light Up-
No, not that, we're talking candles. A vanilla-scented candle to be exact.
The scent is said to help you relax and cut cravings to boot.
Light one while watching T.V. and make it a soy candle.
h) Exercise-
Feel a craving coming on? Do something physical like
walk in place, some pushups, or take a walk around your neighborhood.
Also helpful: do a crossword puzzle or scrapbook. Or drink a glass of water.
Sometimes cravings can mean you're just dehydrated.
That's it- 8 great tips to help you or a loved one overcome your
addiction to the white powder, aka Sugar.
Good Luck!
JGib~~
RedCarpetRxs!
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