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Craving soda
Bellmawr, NJ
I haven't had soda in almost four months. I'm thinking it's okay to have one every four months right or should I keep it going? Also does anyone know any other substitute for soda? I been drinking ...
How do I get to level II
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DietID_TeamDietitians Hey there! Welcome!! You can join any challenge at level II, but we recommend starting with Level I, so you set an easy target. Once you complete Level I, you'll get an option to join level II....
Can you chew gum while on this challenge?
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DietID_TeamDietitians Great question! Most gum has either sugar or sugar alcohols. Many dentists also classify gum as candy. Therefore, for the purposes of this challenge, gum is not allowed unless it's medically...
So does drinking milk count?
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bananazen92 Apparently, there was a study that this was not healthy for you, actually. According to the study, drinking eight glasses of water a day, even when you aren't thirsty can stop your gag reflex. This...
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darkchocolatepeanutbutter @bananazen92- I'm not aware of this study but I would take it with a grain of salt. Everyone requires different amounts of water depending on various factors (ex. physical activity, age, stress...
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ritujat thanks! @darkchocolatepeanutbutter and @bananazen92
Does molasses count as sugar?
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annefood @Bee - take a look at the Avoid Added Sugar Guidebook https://www.thefoodstand.com/challenge-groups/14-avoid-added-sugar/guide , the Avoid Sugar at Breakfast Guidebook...
Is ginger ale considered soda?
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Udi Yes. It has tons of sugar in it like all sodas.
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darkchocolatepeanutbutter Great question! @Udi is absolutely right. Most commercial ginger ales are just carbonated ginger-flavored drinks however if you'd like an alternative, try making ginger tea by boiling water with...
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bananazen92 Thanks!
Back at school and I am struggling to find filling, healthy and quick to make food to take to school. Any suggestions?
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garv Boiled eggs , Alfa Alfa , peanut butter sandwiches with Whole wheat bread // whole wheat tortilla wraps stuffed with boiled chicken, lettuce , hummus , olives & feta // carry a salad & the...
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NellieGillespie Thanks!! Minus the boiled egg 🍳 I will give it a try
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annefood @NellieGillespie so glad you're bringing your own lunch! @garv 's suggestions are great. I like to have different salad ingredients on hand and prepare some cooked ingredients ahead of time so that...
I crave sugar all the time especially in the afternoon. This craving can only be stopped with chocolate. Suggest an alternative
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mefisher 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. ...
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mefisher 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...
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annefood 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...
This might be dumb question but is Propel water ok to drink I mean it has no sugar or calories
Milwaukee, WI
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DietID_TeamDietitians This is not a dumb question at all @itscheezybabay - often times these drinks are marketed as healthy alternatives to soda. Unfortunately we don't recommend artificially sweetened beverages like...
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.
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garv
Chances are you won't enjoy it anymore
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annefood
Awesome question @reese1990 . And congrats on eliminating soda! That's fantastic! I agree with @garv that you likely won't enjoy it anymore. But if you're worried that having one soda will reignite...
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reese1990
Thank you @annefood. Another question do you have any sparkling water brands you suggest and flavors to try that with?
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