Food swaps for cravings... - Helping Bodies Heal

Food swaps for cravings…

When you think about food cravings, typically the first thing that comes to mind would be some type of junk food. Something that is high in calories, low in nutrients, processed and quite unhealthy. Is that what you tend to crave when a craving kicks in? What is your go-to craving — chocolate chip cookies? A big bowl of ice cream? Mine is usually pizza or cake and it hits when I’m happy and excited AND when I’m sad and depressed.

I’ll be honest with you — I believe in a balanced life. I’m not saying to never enjoy a sweet treat again — not at all. The issue with ingesting processed foods and the chemicals that come along with them on an ongoing basis is the danger of addiction. We absolutely don’t want that, as it can disrupt the way our bodies function and wreak havoc in more ways than you can imagine.

So, if you feel like you may be addicted to sugar and/or processed foods, there is something you can do to help. There are many foods you can add into your diet to balance your microbiome and get your good bacteria back to a healthy place. These foods are generally fermented foods that are filled with the good bacteria that your body needs to balance itself again and rid you of those cravings.

These fermented foods can include kimchi, kombucha, sauerkraut and kefir to name a few. I’d love for you to choose at least one of these to add into your diet this week and get that good bacteria back into your body. Taking a probiotic on a daily basis will help balance your bacteria as well — my favorite brand is Gut Pro.

Food Swaps for Popular Cravings…

Another of my favorite ways to combat cravings is to trade out unhealthy foods with beneficial ones.

If you’re craving potato chips… Try some raw carrot or celery sticks instead for that crunch.  Even a crisp, cold apple can hit that crunchy spot!  Kale chips are another great swap for potato chips – light, salty and crisp, they’re perfect!

If you’re craving soda… Try some sparkling water such as La Croix. There are so many flavors to choose from; you’re bound to find one you love — and you can finally ditch that soda! This is also when drinks like Kevita can come in handy since it contains a little fizz too!

If you’re craving a milkshake… Try a green smoothie or a healthy chocolate shake with raw cacao, protein powder and healthy coconut flakes to quench your desire for something cold and sweet.

Another helpful tip that I implement is to indulge mindfully. When you do decide to have a treat, enjoy a smaller portion than you’d even like to have. Teaching yourself restraint and how to indulge mindfully is an incredibly useful tool that you will carry with you always.  This approach also allows you to enjoy your treat without the guilt and the stress from the guilt!

If you’re ready to put theory into practice and start your own sugar-free journey, there’s still time for you to join The Sugar Break-Up Plan!  

Why go through this transition alone, wondering if what you’re doing is really the RIGHT thing that’s going to get you results – or not?  Wouldn’t it be so great to have not only an expert like me by your side, but a whole community of people there to support you through the bad days and be your loudest cheerleaders on the great days?

For about the cost of a daily grande Starbucks latte, you can be on your way to a whole new you with a proven system that will get you on the path to the body and health you desire.  This 18 day program is covering it all!

By the end of this program you will:

  • Learn how to eat clean and live vibrantly
  • Curb your addiction to sugar, caffeine, grains and dairy
  • Relieve your body from burdensome toxins that make you tired and sick
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  • Look younger, lighter and brighter and gain confidence
  • Create natural, endless energy

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  • Three live group coaching calls
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Are you ready to break up with sugar once and for all, and start a relationship with clean, wholesome and nutritious foods?

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Get happy, get healthy, get free of your sweet tooth and sugar cravings for good.

I’ll see you on October 10th!

By the way, if you have questions and want to know if The Sugar Break-Up Plan is right for you, book a 20 minute clarity session with me right here.

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