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mefisher 8yr If you really want chocolate but you are doing the sugar free challenge, try sugar free dark chocolate chips. It really helped me when I was doing no sugar added. http://www.vitacost.com/lilys-dark-chocolate-premium-baking-chips-9-oz-2?csrc=GPF-PA-Food%20%26%20Beverages-856481003180&ci_gpa=pla&ci_kw=&ci_origin=mobile&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=856481003180&csrc=GPF-PA&mtp=slT0HLpn3-dm%7Cpcrid%7C97670541013%7Cproduct%7C856481003180&gclid=CjwKEAiA3qXBBRD4_b_V7ZLFsX4SJAB0AtEVbXgtWEMGqf36WLlkkuLFMlGfBEbImUWSUkWTCMAALhoC09Tw_wcB -
mefisher 8yr It has stevia which I think you're supposed to stay away from, but it's really not that bad for you (plus I don't really get that rule - I found it impossible to deny cravings for that long, and stevia really isn't that bad for you)
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annefood 8yr Hey @ManyaModi ! Unfortunately the best way to stop craving sugar is to stop eating it. Eating chocolate to satisfy your craving won't help get rid of the cravings long term. The first week might be really hard, but you can kick the craving if you stick with it. You got this! Make sure you eat well-balanced meals throughout the day (veggies, fruit, protein, healthy fats, whole grains), drink plenty of water, and get enough sleep. Hunger, dehydration and a lack of sleep will all intensify cravings. And in the afternoon grab a piece of fruit instead of the chocolate. It is naturally sweet and full of fiber. Check out the Avoid Added Sugar Guidebook https://www.thefoodstand.com/challenge-groups/14-avoid-added-sugar/guide for more tips. @mefisher you're right—stevia is okay. One should use limited amounts because it can cause gastric upset, gas and bloating if one consumes too much. And people should make sure that their stevia is really just stevia leaf extract and not some of the stevia blends that contains additives. As always, be sure to read the ingredients. -
DietID_TeamDietitians 8yr @MaynaModi try dates with almond butter (the kind with no added sugar) as a replacement. Eating 2 of these is super satisfying and makes you feel like you're getting a dessert.
Bad willpower! Took the avoid sugar (level 1) challenge but had two pieces of cake. Restarting the challenge from tomorrow 😥
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mefisher Avoiding sugar is really hard - try to make sure that you are prepared with recipes or snack type foods that don't have sugar so you can reach for those rather than sugary foods when you're hungry
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annefood You've got this @ManyaModi ! Be sure to check out the Guidebook https://www.thefoodstand.com/challenge-groups/13-avoid-sweets-dessert-and-candy/guide if you haven't already. It contains tips that...
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darkchocolatepeanutbutter Cake sounds delicious! There's always tomorrow :)
Can anyone suggest healthy vegan dinner ideas
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darkchocolatepeanutbutter Since it's fall, chili is my go-to meal for dinner. It's easy to make vegan if you swap out animal stock for vegetable stock and ground meat with either tempeh or tofu. It's completely up to you so...
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ManyaModi @darkchocolatepeanutbutter thanks for the advice 😊
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annefood Hey @ManyaModi ! So glad you're trying to cook dinner more often! One of my favorite vegan meals is these Roasted Garbanzo Beans https://www.annefood.com/blog/fennel-roasted-garbanzo-beans with...
I had a heavy breakfast which was less in calories
Day 1/3: Avoid Sweets, Dessert, and Candy Level I
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Emy @ManyaModi what is that on the picture ? Looks great ! :)
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DietID_TeamDietitians This looks like dosa?? The great thing about dosa is that it is sugar free, wheat free, and dairy free. It's a savory crepe made with rice and lentils. Some Indian grocery stores sell the batter...