When a craving for sugar hits, it can be extremely difficult to not reach for a big bowl of ice cream. But a sweet tooth is nothing to be ashamed of
According to a study from the Journal of Nutrition, "up to 97% of women and 68% of men report some sort of food craving, including cravings for sugar
Sugar cravings tend to occur because someone is restricting carbohydrates and/or has a lack of protein in their diet
Greene explains that it's best to turn to "slow-burning fruits in combination with sources of fat and protein to calm cravings."
Craving sugar can be your body's way of communicating to you the nutrients it's missing, there are some foods that can help cravings for sweets
So, what's one fruit that is your best bet in crushing the desire for something sweet? Avocados!
"Avocados are an example of a fruit that has fiber and naturally occurring healthy fats to help curb sugar cravings,"
Greene says. "Not only are avocados a strong source of protein, but they provide healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and satisfying the body."
Several hours after eating can result in feeling hungrier and can even result in an overconsumption of calories to make up for it
Blood sugar steady is key for crushing those cravings and overeating. Avocados bring nutrients that "limit insulin and blood sugar spikes
Avocados can help slow down the rate of digestion and "causes a more gradual and lower rise in blood sugar
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