d258 26 Posted July 6, 2019 I have a terrible addiction to sugar. I binge and binge. I don’t know how to get it under control. I’m working with an eating disorder specialist but I have only seen her once and won’t see her until next month after I have surgery. Anyone else go through this? Going through this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sosewsue61 3,185 Posted July 6, 2019 Cut grains too, any starchy carbs - all cause cravings, up your Protein and fats - avocado will help you feel satisfied. It will take 3-4 days to rid your body of the stores of the carbs. Drink more plain Water. Also some people find artificial sweeteners to cause cravings. It totally suck% to go through the withdrawal - can you find a hobby to do, or go to the lake and read a book - without taking carb food with you. Go to the library, anywhere to get your mind off of the cravings. Take a beauty bath - get a mani-pedi, stay busy busy. Experiment with makeup to try something new. I find when I am dressed up a little and made up and feel pretty I don't want to ruin that with food. Call a friend and just talk. Then call another friend. LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris77 1,538 Posted July 7, 2019 candy is the one thing I haven’t been able to totally give up. I don’t eat a ton but do have a little each day. I did switch from anything sweet n low to truvia. It’s pretty good. I put it in my coffee, my plain yogurt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris77 1,538 Posted July 7, 2019 candy is the one thing I haven’t been able to totally give up. I don’t eat a ton but do have a little each day. I did switch from anything sweet n low to truvia. It’s pretty good. I put it in my coffee, my plain yogurt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mgt3boys 24 Posted July 8, 2019 I’m 5 year’s post-op and I’ve been having this issue really bad for about a year. I can’t get my craving for sugar under control. I’m also a former diabetic and scared I’m going to have diabetes again if this keeps up. I have no will power when it comes to the sugar. I so need help to get this under control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenbb8 21 Posted July 8, 2019 I understand what youre going through. What worked for me was going cold turkey from sweets. I planned it so I had several days off work, so i could go through the irritable headachy part of withdrawal at home. I still have mild cravings for sweets but right now yogurt with granola helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
willoughby374 0 Posted July 8, 2019 I’m 5 year’s post-op and I’ve been having this issue really bad for about a year. I can’t get my craving for sugar under control. I’m also a former diabetic and scared I’m going to have diabetes again if this keeps up. I have no will power when it comes to the sugar. I so need help to get this under control.Sugar free! That helps. I would eat a piece of sugar free candy. Take away the craving almost instantly. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruthalbert21 5 Posted July 8, 2019 Sugar free! That helps. I would eat a piece of sugar free candy. Take away the craving almost instantly. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile appDefinitely agree with the sugar free suggestion.Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d258 26 Posted July 10, 2019 On 07/08/2019 at 08:14, karenbb8 said: I understand what youre going through. What worked for me was going cold turkey from sweets. I planned it so I had several days off work, so i could go through the irritable headachy part of withdrawal at home. I still have mild cravings for sweets but right now yogurt with granola helps. This is what I may have to do. I got lucky- there was a cancellation at the therapists office, so I got an appointment for tomorrow. Surgery is on Monday. I’m so afraid I’ll just gain it all back because I want cupcakes more than good health. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaytissle55 180 Posted July 10, 2019 If I eat sugar, I spend the night in the bathroom.... I guess I'm lucky cause I can't eat alot of sugar products... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mama_Gee 12 Posted July 10, 2019 My addiction to chocolate and sweets has stalled my weightloss journey. I am trying to figure out what I can do as well. I am really struggling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites