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How to combat sugar cravings?
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annefood Hey @FernandoSchmidt ! Have you checked out the Guidebook https://www.thefoodstand.com/challenge-groups/13-avoid-sweets-dessert-and-candy/guide ? There are lots of great tips and tricks to help you...
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DietID_TeamDietitians One new favorite find that has helped me is cinnamon spice tea. I drink it with no added sugar or milk, and the natural sweetness of the cinnamon satisfies my cravings.
How To Reduce Food Waste At Home
mindbodygreen.com
"Pardon the pun, but reducing food waste is the lowest hanging fruit in enacting meaningful social and environmental change."
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annefood I like the eggs tip.
Thermomix Review: There's Not Much It Can't Do Well | WIRED
wired.com
Not cheap, but this looks like a pretty amazing kitchen tool!
Vegetable Chow Mein with Spaghetti Squash Noodles (Gluten-Free)
feedmephoebe.com
"This vegetable chow mein recipe is made gluten-free by using spaghetti squash instead of noodles. It's also packed with bok choy and shitake mushrooms!"
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annefood Such a good substitution !
Does matcha count?
I was wondering if matcha power counted as a fruit/vegetable since the powder is litterally ground up tea leaf. You don't just infuse it, you eat the fibers too. Does my matcha latte count as a por...
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darkchocolatepeanutbutter Great question @anniemegusta! Unfortunately matcha does not count as a fruit or vegetable for this challenge even though it can be added to baked goods or smoothies. Try to incorporate more whole...
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annefood Hey @anniemegusta ! Good question. While matcha has tons of antioxidants and is generally regarded to have many health benefits, it does not count as a fruit or vegetable for the Eat More...
Did you know? Eating a high protein diet can seriously help sugar cravings!
draxe.com
"How many grams of protein per day do you need? It depends on your goals: whether you seek general good health, want to lose fat or hope to gain muscle."
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garv Never thought that there would be a connect between a high protein diet & sugar cravings.
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foodbymars @garv often times people assume cravings are based on lack of self control or that it's all mental, but often times it's an underlying nutrient deficiency and your body is craving what it's...
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Brianne I discovered this from my own experimentation. I haven't done much 'calculation,' as suggested in the article, but I do try to swap in sugary snacks for more protein-dense snacks whenever possible.
Tips on Low and No Sugar Baking
food52.com
"Find the sweet spot for reducing sugar in baking recipes."
Seems like this article is a nice complement to Dr. Lustig's general rule about reducing sugar in recipes by about 25 to 30 percent. It ...
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DietID_TeamDietitians This is SUCH a great resource. Thank you for sharing! I found that cutting 25% in cakes is totally foolproof. I even make a raw cheesecake with about 2/3 of the maple syrup recommended, and it...
3 ingredient Healing Chocolate
1 cup organic vegan coco powder 90%
1 cup date syrup aka-Silan
1 cup coconut oil
Mix together and add goodies
Goji berries , sultanas, nuts, crushed dried fruit
2 tea spoons of wine
Mix all ingre...
1 cup date syrup aka-Silan
1 cup coconut oil
Mix together and add goodies
Goji berries , sultanas, nuts, crushed dried fruit
2 tea spoons of wine
Mix all ingre...
Curried Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad with Kale, Cashews, and Lemony Tahini Sauce
Add harissa for an extra kick 🌶
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annefood Yum!
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DietID_TeamDietitians @Crusade4Christ - try this one http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-harissa-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-190188
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marynfulton2 I'm going to try that! @Rachna ! Trader Joe's makes a pretty good one too @Crusade4Christ
All credits go to my grandma- Chinese scallions pancake.
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DietID_TeamDietitians I grew up eating scallion pancakes every week, but I've never attempted to make them. Was it easy??
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Kitty @Rachna yes it was really easy. Comfort food all the way🙈