We are habituated to the idea of having something sweet at the end of the meal. This isn’t a craving. It could most of the time be automatic. However, it is something to be dealt with. Though we need to eat our favourite food we need to also keep in mind staying healthy and that a brownie for breakfast isn’t a healthy choice. Here are a few checks to observe, when our sweet tooth comes calling.
Did you know sleep deprivation can cause sugar cravings? If you observe that even after a healthy, complete and balanced meal you are getting cravings then you need to watch your sleep routine.
Usually, it’s the question of ‘when and if’ you are getting your dose of sugar cravings during the day. We tend to have a sumptuous meal and indulge in all we want on a Sunday Brunch. So mostly the toughest day would be the following Monday when we probably have cravings from the previous day’s indulgence. Maybe write it down and post it in places where you can see it to keep reminding yourself that you will be watchful of what you eat throughout the day. And as a sign of gratifying yourself, you could write up when you would treat yourself to some extra goodness.
Get a great jaw workout and fulfil your sugar craving as well with the amazing flavours of sugar-free gums available on the market. It’s a win-win especially if you are someone who likes to chew gum. Some dark chocolates (70 to 80%) dark will have less sugar content in them. An easy option with minimal damage. One effective technique is setting a timer for 10 minutes soon after a meal, and distracting yourself with some tasks. This will instantaneously lead to the thought of craving a dessert being dissipated. However, none of these can be a magical fix and will depend truly on the situation. Just try these and see what works for you. The key aspect here is to control the sugar craving and not let the craving control you.
