cravings Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Sun, 12 May 2024 06:03:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png cravings Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Common Causes of Sugar Cravings & What to Do About Them https://yourdailysportfix.com/common-causes-of-sugar-cravings-what-to-do-about-them/ Sun, 12 May 2024 16:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23883 Sugar is a complicated thing—on the one hand, our brains require glucose to function, and not consuming enough carbs can lead to a host of issues such as low blood sugar, fatigue, and heart palpitations. On the other hand, too much sugar can be just as detrimental to our health, especially when that sugar comes […]

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]]> Sugar is a complicated thing—on the one hand, our brains require glucose to function, and not consuming enough carbs can lead to a host of issues such as low blood sugar, fatigue, and heart palpitations. On the other hand, too much sugar can be just as detrimental to our health, especially when that sugar comes in the form of refined, highly processed foods. So what should we do when sugar cravings strike? Read on to learn more about what causes sugar cravings and some tips for how to curb them.

What Causes Sugar Cravings?

The most common culprit behind sugar cravings is simply imbalanced blood sugar levels. Consuming large quantities of sugary foods, especially on an otherwise empty stomach, causes your blood sugar to spike and crash rapidly, leading the body to crave more sugar to maintain energy levels. Emotional factors also shouldn’t be overlooked, as stress triggers the release of hormones that are known to increase sugar cravings.

How to Reduce Cravings

To keep blood sugar levels balanced throughout the day, make sure that your meals include plenty of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Not only will this make a big difference in reducing the intensity and frequency of sugar cravings, it’ll also help you feel fuller for longer so you’re less likely to turn to sugary treats in the first place. 

If you still feel the urge to snack, swap cookies and candy with naturally sweet alternatives like fruit or dark chocolate. with higher cocoa content. For stress-related cravings, try practicing mindfulness techniques such as meditation and deep breathing to help manage emotional triggers.

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]]> Why Stress Makes Us Crave Unhealthy Foods https://yourdailysportfix.com/why-stress-makes-us-crave-unhealthy-foods/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 08:41:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=24215 We’ve all been there—the expenses are coming in, the laundry’s piling up, and it feels like life overall is coming at us faster than we can manage. While we know logically that junk food won’t do much to help, we can’t resist reaching for a bag of potato chips or a carton of ice cream […]

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]]> We’ve all been there—the expenses are coming in, the laundry’s piling up, and it feels like life overall is coming at us faster than we can manage. While we know logically that junk food won’t do much to help, we can’t resist reaching for a bag of potato chips or a carton of ice cream to cope. Well, it turns out there’s a reason that our bodies crave such foods during times of stress, and there are better ways to deal with it than binging on Snickers.

Stress & Hormones

Part of the body’s natural response, when we experience a stressful event, is to release a hormone known as cortisol, which can disrupt our body’s hunger and fullness signals and increase our appetite for high-calorie foods. The next time you feel stressed, try practicing relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to regulate cortisol levels instead of going straight for the candy aisle.

Emotional Eating

It’s normal to want to seek comfort in times of stress, and one of the easiest ways to do so is through food. Foods that are high in sugar and fat stimulate the brain’s reward center, causing the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine that temporarily make us feel better. Unfortunately, the effect is short-lived, and the inevitable blood sugar crash can quickly lead cortisol levels to spike again. The best way to break this cycle is to replace unhealthy snacks with nutritious alternatives like nuts fruits and veggies.

Mindfulness & Stress Management

In addition to relaxation techniques, mindfulness is one of the best ways to reduce cortisol and tame stress-induced cravings. Mindful eating in particular involves paying close attention to the taste, texture, and aroma of your food as you eat, making it easier to tune into your body’s cues and resist impulsive eating. Regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and a solid social support network can also make a big difference in reducing stress overall.

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]]> Having Food Cravings? Here’s What They Mean https://yourdailysportfix.com/having-food-cravings-heres-what-they-mean/ Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:28:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=8557 Like it or not, we all have had food cravings that we can’t seem to satisfy. We’ve all been there—that bar of chocolate or french fries sounds so good right about now. It’s usually for a specific food and one that’s not necessarily healthy. Cravings are signals from your body that tell you something’s missing. […]

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]]> Like it or not, we all have had food cravings that we can’t seem to satisfy. We’ve all been there—that bar of chocolate or french fries sounds so good right about now. It’s usually for a specific food and one that’s not necessarily healthy. Cravings are signals from your body that tell you something’s missing. These are the most common cravings and what they mean.

Potato Chips

If you’re craving potato chips, it’s likely that you need sodium. But too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and heart issues so keep track of how much you’re taking in. Try and avoid processed foods and turn to beets or leafy greens that contain sodium.

Ice Cream

The amino acid tryptophan, which is found in turkey, is also in high-fat dairy products. If you’re craving ice cream, you’re probably tired, so try and get to sleep earlier or take an afternoon power nap.

Peanut Butter

Who doesn’t love eating peanut butter straight from the jar? Cravings for peanut butter may mean you’re low on fats. Fat fills you up because it contains more calories than carbs and protein, so be aware of how much you’re consuming. Opt for avocados, nuts, or oily fish.

Baked Goods

Baked goods make you feel calm temporarily because they’re high in sugar which triggers dopamine, the feel-good hormone. But, these foods can lead to blood sugar crashes and feeling tired afterward. If you’re in the mood for muffins or cakes, you may be feeling anxious or stressed. Instead of eating baked goods, choose naturally sweet foods like apples, berries, or carrots. Also, you can try going for a walk or taking a hot bath to deal with your stress.

Spicy Foods

Spices give your food more taste and when you’re craving them it means you need more variety in your diet. Try switching up your meals or making new recipes.

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One last one from @dunhuangfood, this is their Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles. Behold the layer of chili oil floating on top of the broth, just waiting to be mixed into the noodles for spicy goodness. Their beef slices are thin and easy to devour, just the way I like them. As with most foods, I’m also a big fan of noodz of all kinds, so this is a no brainer! 😄 Do you also love noodz? 🍜 Let me know below! . . . . . #hotbuthungryasianguy #noodles #noodlesoup #noodleslover #ramennoodles #noodlelover #noodleworship #noodlelife #noodleporn #noodlebowl #spicynoodles #spicyfoods #spicyspicy #spicyfood #spicyfoodlover #spicyhot #spicylife #spicylovers #spicylover #foodporn #foodie #foodphotography #foodblogger #foodstagram #foodies #foodfeed #foodideas #foodaholic #foodforfoodies #foodbeast

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All Foods

If you’re just feeling hungry, you may actually be dehydrated. Make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day so the next time you feel hungry, you’ll know it’s actually hunger and not dehydration.

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]]> 3 Simple Tricks to Curb Your Cravings https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-simple-tricks-to-curb-your-cravings/ Fri, 20 Sep 2019 08:19:38 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6442 Maintaining a healthy diet can be difficult, especially if you used to eat differently in the past and still miss some of the foods you tend to avoid now. Fortunately, there are some simple tricks to deal with the cravings that won’t mess up your overall diet. Here are three of them. Don’t Ignore Cravings […]

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]]> Maintaining a healthy diet can be difficult, especially if you used to eat differently in the past and still miss some of the foods you tend to avoid now. Fortunately, there are some simple tricks to deal with the cravings that won’t mess up your overall diet. Here are three of them.

Don’t Ignore Cravings

You won’t get anywhere if you ignore your cravings – you’ll just binge on the things you crave when a weak moment comes. What you can do instead is to find healthier alternatives for the food you crave, like a piece of dark chocolate instead of an indulgent dessert or air fried sweet potatoes instead of french fries.

Don’t Keep the Foods You Crave at Home

Out of sight, out of mind. A just-in-case stash of your favorite guilty pleasure snacks will just make you cave in and eat them all. If you absolutely have to have some, you’ll find a way to get to the store and get it when you need it.

Experiment With Herbs and Spices

You may be craving processed foods because the meals you cook don’t have enough flavor. That’s why you should experiment with herbs and spices and you’ll quickly realize that healthy food doesn’t have to be bland and boring.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> cravings Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Sun, 12 May 2024 06:03:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png cravings Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Common Causes of Sugar Cravings & What to Do About Them https://yourdailysportfix.com/common-causes-of-sugar-cravings-what-to-do-about-them/ Sun, 12 May 2024 16:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23883 Sugar is a complicated thing—on the one hand, our brains require glucose to function, and not consuming enough carbs can lead to a host of issues such as low blood sugar, fatigue, and heart palpitations. On the other hand, too much sugar can be just as detrimental to our health, especially when that sugar comes […]

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]]> Sugar is a complicated thing—on the one hand, our brains require glucose to function, and not consuming enough carbs can lead to a host of issues such as low blood sugar, fatigue, and heart palpitations. On the other hand, too much sugar can be just as detrimental to our health, especially when that sugar comes in the form of refined, highly processed foods. So what should we do when sugar cravings strike? Read on to learn more about what causes sugar cravings and some tips for how to curb them.

What Causes Sugar Cravings?

The most common culprit behind sugar cravings is simply imbalanced blood sugar levels. Consuming large quantities of sugary foods, especially on an otherwise empty stomach, causes your blood sugar to spike and crash rapidly, leading the body to crave more sugar to maintain energy levels. Emotional factors also shouldn’t be overlooked, as stress triggers the release of hormones that are known to increase sugar cravings.

How to Reduce Cravings

To keep blood sugar levels balanced throughout the day, make sure that your meals include plenty of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Not only will this make a big difference in reducing the intensity and frequency of sugar cravings, it’ll also help you feel fuller for longer so you’re less likely to turn to sugary treats in the first place. 

If you still feel the urge to snack, swap cookies and candy with naturally sweet alternatives like fruit or dark chocolate. with higher cocoa content. For stress-related cravings, try practicing mindfulness techniques such as meditation and deep breathing to help manage emotional triggers.

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]]> Why Stress Makes Us Crave Unhealthy Foods https://yourdailysportfix.com/why-stress-makes-us-crave-unhealthy-foods/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 08:41:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=24215 We’ve all been there—the expenses are coming in, the laundry’s piling up, and it feels like life overall is coming at us faster than we can manage. While we know logically that junk food won’t do much to help, we can’t resist reaching for a bag of potato chips or a carton of ice cream […]

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]]> We’ve all been there—the expenses are coming in, the laundry’s piling up, and it feels like life overall is coming at us faster than we can manage. While we know logically that junk food won’t do much to help, we can’t resist reaching for a bag of potato chips or a carton of ice cream to cope. Well, it turns out there’s a reason that our bodies crave such foods during times of stress, and there are better ways to deal with it than binging on Snickers.

Stress & Hormones

Part of the body’s natural response, when we experience a stressful event, is to release a hormone known as cortisol, which can disrupt our body’s hunger and fullness signals and increase our appetite for high-calorie foods. The next time you feel stressed, try practicing relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to regulate cortisol levels instead of going straight for the candy aisle.

Emotional Eating

It’s normal to want to seek comfort in times of stress, and one of the easiest ways to do so is through food. Foods that are high in sugar and fat stimulate the brain’s reward center, causing the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine that temporarily make us feel better. Unfortunately, the effect is short-lived, and the inevitable blood sugar crash can quickly lead cortisol levels to spike again. The best way to break this cycle is to replace unhealthy snacks with nutritious alternatives like nuts fruits and veggies.

Mindfulness & Stress Management

In addition to relaxation techniques, mindfulness is one of the best ways to reduce cortisol and tame stress-induced cravings. Mindful eating in particular involves paying close attention to the taste, texture, and aroma of your food as you eat, making it easier to tune into your body’s cues and resist impulsive eating. Regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and a solid social support network can also make a big difference in reducing stress overall.

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]]> Having Food Cravings? Here’s What They Mean https://yourdailysportfix.com/having-food-cravings-heres-what-they-mean/ Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:28:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=8557 Like it or not, we all have had food cravings that we can’t seem to satisfy. We’ve all been there—that bar of chocolate or french fries sounds so good right about now. It’s usually for a specific food and one that’s not necessarily healthy. Cravings are signals from your body that tell you something’s missing. […]

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]]> Like it or not, we all have had food cravings that we can’t seem to satisfy. We’ve all been there—that bar of chocolate or french fries sounds so good right about now. It’s usually for a specific food and one that’s not necessarily healthy. Cravings are signals from your body that tell you something’s missing. These are the most common cravings and what they mean.

Potato Chips

If you’re craving potato chips, it’s likely that you need sodium. But too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and heart issues so keep track of how much you’re taking in. Try and avoid processed foods and turn to beets or leafy greens that contain sodium.

Ice Cream

The amino acid tryptophan, which is found in turkey, is also in high-fat dairy products. If you’re craving ice cream, you’re probably tired, so try and get to sleep earlier or take an afternoon power nap.

Peanut Butter

Who doesn’t love eating peanut butter straight from the jar? Cravings for peanut butter may mean you’re low on fats. Fat fills you up because it contains more calories than carbs and protein, so be aware of how much you’re consuming. Opt for avocados, nuts, or oily fish.

Baked Goods

Baked goods make you feel calm temporarily because they’re high in sugar which triggers dopamine, the feel-good hormone. But, these foods can lead to blood sugar crashes and feeling tired afterward. If you’re in the mood for muffins or cakes, you may be feeling anxious or stressed. Instead of eating baked goods, choose naturally sweet foods like apples, berries, or carrots. Also, you can try going for a walk or taking a hot bath to deal with your stress.

Spicy Foods

Spices give your food more taste and when you’re craving them it means you need more variety in your diet. Try switching up your meals or making new recipes.

View this post on Instagram

One last one from @dunhuangfood, this is their Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles. Behold the layer of chili oil floating on top of the broth, just waiting to be mixed into the noodles for spicy goodness. Their beef slices are thin and easy to devour, just the way I like them. As with most foods, I’m also a big fan of noodz of all kinds, so this is a no brainer! 😄 Do you also love noodz? 🍜 Let me know below! . . . . . #hotbuthungryasianguy #noodles #noodlesoup #noodleslover #ramennoodles #noodlelover #noodleworship #noodlelife #noodleporn #noodlebowl #spicynoodles #spicyfoods #spicyspicy #spicyfood #spicyfoodlover #spicyhot #spicylife #spicylovers #spicylover #foodporn #foodie #foodphotography #foodblogger #foodstagram #foodies #foodfeed #foodideas #foodaholic #foodforfoodies #foodbeast

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If you’re just feeling hungry, you may actually be dehydrated. Make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day so the next time you feel hungry, you’ll know it’s actually hunger and not dehydration.

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]]> 3 Simple Tricks to Curb Your Cravings https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-simple-tricks-to-curb-your-cravings/ Fri, 20 Sep 2019 08:19:38 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6442 Maintaining a healthy diet can be difficult, especially if you used to eat differently in the past and still miss some of the foods you tend to avoid now. Fortunately, there are some simple tricks to deal with the cravings that won’t mess up your overall diet. Here are three of them. Don’t Ignore Cravings […]

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]]> Maintaining a healthy diet can be difficult, especially if you used to eat differently in the past and still miss some of the foods you tend to avoid now. Fortunately, there are some simple tricks to deal with the cravings that won’t mess up your overall diet. Here are three of them.

Don’t Ignore Cravings

You won’t get anywhere if you ignore your cravings – you’ll just binge on the things you crave when a weak moment comes. What you can do instead is to find healthier alternatives for the food you crave, like a piece of dark chocolate instead of an indulgent dessert or air fried sweet potatoes instead of french fries.

Don’t Keep the Foods You Crave at Home

Out of sight, out of mind. A just-in-case stash of your favorite guilty pleasure snacks will just make you cave in and eat them all. If you absolutely have to have some, you’ll find a way to get to the store and get it when you need it.

Experiment With Herbs and Spices

You may be craving processed foods because the meals you cook don’t have enough flavor. That’s why you should experiment with herbs and spices and you’ll quickly realize that healthy food doesn’t have to be bland and boring.

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