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Title: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on July 05, 2013, 05:54:16 PM
Hi, Gang! :)

Check this out!
http://blogs.cbn.com/healthyliving/archive/2013/07/03/break-your-sugar-addiction.aspx (http://blogs.cbn.com/healthyliving/archive/2013/07/03/break-your-sugar-addiction.aspx)

What's discussed sounds VERY familiar, doesn't it? ;)

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: shawn116 on July 05, 2013, 06:20:20 PM
Yes it does Tony...thanks for sharing that with us.  I think I'm going to give myself a personal challenge to not even have anything artificially sweet for a whole week and see what happens     :o :o  Oh the thought really scares me Haha   which brings me to my point....I think I am still obsessed with anything sweet   :-\   I shall start tomorrow morning and see how long I can go without going nuts   ;D
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on July 05, 2013, 07:36:15 PM
Hi, Shawn! :)

I particularly like this statement in the article:

"... if you drink Diet Coke instead of water, you are much, much more likely to indulge in cake,
cookies, candy and so on, because Diet Coke tastes sweet and spurs that craving for more sweets."


The longer we can stay away from sweets, the easier it will be to resist them.
And each day we do it, is a little easier than the last.
After we detox, this is how overcoming ANY addiction works.

Also, this reflects on my insistence that most of us don't drink enough PLAIN water!
When we substitute another beverage in it's place, there is a price to be paid.
I'm not saying that we can't enjoy an occasional drink of something else.
As long as we remember that as recovering carb addicts, we are prone to overdoing it.

Shawn, I know you can resist sweets if you really COMMIT to it EACH day! :) :) :)
Each morning tell yourself, "Today, I will NOT eat sweets!". And don't worry about tomorrow.
Do this one day at a time. ;)

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: morgan on July 05, 2013, 07:39:56 PM
I gave myself that personal challenge - 14 days of no artificial sweetners, sweet things, treats and baked goods.  I only had a few strawberries in the first week.  I'm on day 12 and I can tell you it is the pips, I still crave sweet things.  I thought 2 weeks, as it is 2 weeks for sugar detox.  I just miss having 'something'.  Is it all in my mind? A 'reward' thing?
My time is up on Monday, though that doesn't mean I will hop straight back into 'sweet mode'.  I will just take one day at a time.  I don't want this lifestyle to make an issue of everything I put in my mouth - actually I don't want to think about it at all - just make it a total habit.


PS- going nuts is a prerequisite  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: TabyTaby on July 05, 2013, 08:42:58 PM
Usually, when I restart the FTS lifestyle (so sad I've done this more than once >:O) I abstain from sweeties for a month...because with me, there is no CONTROL...it's either a whole pie or no pie at all...FTS friendly or not. It's best I live as much as possible without real sweets. I just turn to my yogurt instead. Maybe one day I'll have the strength to make it without totally.
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: shawn116 on July 06, 2013, 12:10:30 AM
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Shawn, I know you can resist sweets if you really COMMIT to it EACH day!   
Each morning tell yourself, "Today, I will NOT eat sweets!". And don't worry about tomorrow.
Do this one day at a time.

Thanks Tony   ;D  I will sure need the encouragement Haha  All my life I have always thought I had to have something sweet to end a meal.   :-\  It is such a habit and ingrained into my mind.  I sometimes wonder if it isn't just like being addicted to carbs.  I haven't had real sugar since I started FTS over 2 years ago but I don't go a day without having at least some sugar free hard candies.  I don't drink sodas very often so that's not a problem.    I think it brings up a good point
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You must also understand that you are harming yourself by eating or drinking fake sugar.
Not only are these low-calorie or no-calorie sweeteners loaded with harmful chemicals, but they also perpetuate your sugar addiction. That's because they stimulate your craving for sweetness. They put the taste of sweet in your mouth and on your mind and make you constantly crave more sweet, including the high-calorie kind.
   I don't foresee me giving sweets up for an extended time....Lord knows life without something sweet would be awful  :o   I would just like to get to the point where I feel I can take it or leave it...Haha    :-\ 

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PS- going nuts is a prerequisite

Morgan I've already got that covered so I'm good to go  ;)   Haha  I'm sure I can do this....I'm just not too sure I'm going to enjoy it too well   :P :P  I think I'll do the same as you and give myself 2 weeks .....oh bother  :'(

Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on July 06, 2013, 03:10:23 PM
Hi, Morgan, Shawn, and TabyTaby! :)

Hooray Morgan on taking control of the "sweets" monster! :) :) :)
Hang in there!... You'll notice those urges getting weaker in time.

Those of us with "sweet teeth" (like me), need time to break those strong sweets urges.
And like you Shawn, I thought that a "desert" had to follow a meal as the last course.

Part of FTS is making us the master over food. And not, the other way around.
It's a matter of resolve to break free and take control!
It CAN be done!... I know because I did it! :)

Our minds are powerful "muscles".
But like any muscle, they must be trained to be strong and healthy.
Exercise is the only way to make mental and physical muscles stronger.
For our minds, discipline is exercise.

We must set goals we can imagine. Or we won't achieve them.
So allow yourself a sweet "reward" after a time of successful abstinence.
And then, get right back on track until the next goal is met.

In time, you will be able to tame that "sweet tooth" that exists in your minds.
And still enjoy sweet treats as intended... on a occasional basis, only! ;)

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: shawn116 on July 06, 2013, 03:59:25 PM
Good advice Tony  ;D  I'm going to try my best
Title: Re: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: jay12 on July 06, 2013, 08:57:56 PM
Great advice tony! G*d knows I need to be in this challenge too.
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: fittin on July 11, 2013, 03:06:38 AM
It's a true topic i like to eat sweets but before my marriage i use to eat sweets for every 15th day in a month at that time my weight is 65kgs after marriage i started eat sweets daily now my weight is 72kgs really sweets can increase the fat rapidly so be aware from the sweets..... :)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: Joagain on July 11, 2013, 10:16:49 AM
I am not allowing myself anything sweet at all until Aug 3 my birthday . I intend not to have sweets then either . I love all the FTS sweets but I think they need to be a special treat for me right now not a daily thing

Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on July 11, 2013, 11:14:38 AM
Hi, Jo! :)

You're on the right track! :) :) :)
Avoiding sweets for a period of time will maximize your progress. 8)

It's VERY important that we remember should NOT to eat them daily!
For some folks, sweets can stop progress cold.

Tony

Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: jbb85 on August 23, 2013, 10:55:19 AM
I'm a sugar addict as well, but I'm struggling hard to reduce my sugar intake :(
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on August 23, 2013, 02:09:45 PM
Welcome to the FTS family, jbb85!!! :) :) :) :) :) :)

We are recovering carbaholics (sugar addicts)!
To overcome our addiction, we replace the sugary poisons with healthy low carb alternatives.

If you are just starting with FTS, you are experiencing "sugar detox".
During detox, our bodies have unusually strong cravings for carbs.
If you have healthy low carb alternatives on hand, you can beat them.

So make sure you always have something available when a craving strikes.
And when away from home, carry sugar free gum or candy with you.

You'll know you've passed sugar detox when...
The craving for carbs will go WAY down.
And your energy level will go thru the roof! ;D

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: shawn116 on August 23, 2013, 08:55:08 PM
Welcome to the forum jbb85   :)

Tony is right, sugar detox is rough for some folks but thankfully it passes quickly.  Hang in there with us and you will do fine.  Come in the forum often...it's a great way to find support and stay on track.   ;)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: jbb85 on August 24, 2013, 08:37:20 AM
Thanks for warm welcome!

How fast will this phase last? :(
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on August 24, 2013, 12:18:45 PM
Thanks for warm welcome!

How fast will this phase last? :(

Hi, jbb85! :)

Sugar detox typically lasts 10 to 14 days.
For some, a bit less. For others, a bit more.

The important thing to remember is that it's VERY temporary.
And when you get past it, you'll feel like a new human being! ;D ;D ;D

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: jbb85 on August 24, 2013, 05:18:14 PM
I am really looking forward to that :) will see.
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: Doug Varrieur on August 25, 2013, 06:07:04 PM
Hello there JBB Welcome to the party!
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: NoellBlue1 on September 04, 2013, 01:16:35 AM
I'm new to the FTS lifestyle & I have a way to go to reach my fitness and health goals.  So hear I am day 1, and I've already read the FTS expanded version book, with CD...its wonderful.  I think that I'm ready now to get these 115 pounds off.  I wish everyone with their plans & goals of cutting out sugar from their lives!   :D
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: morgan on September 04, 2013, 02:03:09 AM
I've welcomed you on another topic, but hello again.  If you have an iPod put the fts cd on it.  I listen to doug on long drives (or to and from work), it just constantly reinforces what you need know. He has a soothing voice   ;)
Title: Re: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: jay12 on September 04, 2013, 06:26:12 PM
Welcome noelblue1,  welcome to our family where recovery and health are possible! 8)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: umpa on September 05, 2013, 10:03:10 AM
Yes he does Morgan :)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: dd2560 on September 09, 2013, 12:28:00 PM
I've been without sugar and things like aspertame for several weeks.  This past weekend, I really wanted a Diet Coke.  I cannot tell you how SWEET it was...too sweet.  I didn't drink it.  I just wanted something other than water. 
Title: Re: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: umpa on September 09, 2013, 06:01:21 PM
I dont drink soda but I like seltzer with flavored syrup.I have been using unsweeted snowcone flavorings .they come in banana, grape, watermelon, rasperry and cherry.they are on sale at kmart for the end of summer for $1 each.I also like tea and lemonade.8)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: catmedaglia on September 18, 2013, 04:40:14 PM
I guess I might as well have chocolate for breakfast if cereal has the same effect on my body. All joking aside, this new info is pretty upsetting since my alternative to cereal is always fruit, which (once again) has the same dang effect as sweets. It's even worse to think about how much pasta my family eats. I'm now imagining us stuffing our faces with plates of candy. Yuck. I'm only 16, so I don't have that much of a say when it comes to what foods are in the house (it's not my money paying for the groceries after all). That's not to say that my parents don't try. Is there anything I could say to help point them in a healthier direction when it comes to buying food?
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: morgan on September 18, 2013, 07:12:19 PM
Hello again cat - have you got the fts book?  If so maybe you can get your mum/dad/family to have a read.  Alternatively maybe you can get you parents to give you part of the grocery money so you can buy the foods you need.
Tell them that you would like to try this way of eating - you had better back it up by saying you will do your shopping and preparation yourself.  Take it from there and see what happens.  Good luck - most parents want their kids to be healthy and happy. 
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: shawn116 on September 18, 2013, 10:41:15 PM
I agree with Morgan.  Let your parents have a look at the Fat To Skinny book.  You can also show them this video Doug made http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=56.30 (http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=56.30)
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on September 19, 2013, 11:03:22 AM
Hi, catmedaglia! :)

I agree with TooSweet and Morgan.
Have your parents read the book.

After reading the book, if they give you any resistance,
ask them if you could try FTS for 30 days just to see what happens.

Read about my FTS experience.  And share this with your parents;
http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=2199.msg19816#msg19816 (http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=2199.msg19816#msg19816)
http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=2199.msg19984#msg19984 (http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=2199.msg19984#msg19984)
http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=5406.msg57462#msg57462 (http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=5406.msg57462#msg57462)

If you commit 100% to the FTS lifestyle for 30 days, you WILL see results!

Tony
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: umpa on September 21, 2013, 04:58:18 PM
Cat start with the sugar video. It really grosses out people.You should watch it with them.Your parents love you and they will want to help.Do you have the book?
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: greas on July 06, 2016, 05:06:24 AM
Yes Ma'm I'm agree with you. I'm a newbie to this forum. I'm very appreciate you'r words. 
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: gilic on January 16, 2017, 05:28:47 PM
I think its all game of re-planing - plane your meals in advance
Title: Re: Break Your Sugar Addiction!
Post by: mouseissue on January 17, 2017, 12:32:13 PM
I think its all game of re-planing - plane your meals in advance

Hi, gilic!  :)

Planning is necessary for success in any undertaking, whether simple or complex and difficult.

FTS rules make the losing weight so very easy.
The most difficult part is the sugar detox at the start.
After that, it gets easier and easier as you go.

Tony