Tips to Crush the Craving

 

Here are some tips to crush that craving: 

• Fool Your Brain! That’s where cravings start, so you can use that neurological fact to satisfy the craving in a more healthy way. That’s why, if you are trying to quit smoking, reach for a stick of gum instead of a cigarette. If you have a craving for sweets, try eating a plain baked potato. It will offer a similar serotonin boost along with healthy fiber.
• Take Your Time! If you are going to indulge the craving, do it slowly. It takes a while for your brain to become satisfied. If you eat slowly, you won’t need to eat as much before your brain sends the satiety signal.
• Hold On Just a Little Longer! If you put off indulging for five minutes (you can even set a timer), often the craving feeling will pass.
• Enjoy Yourself! If you do give in to a craving, don’t beat yourself up about it. Pleasure is important in our lives, so appreciate the occasional indulgences.