By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
October 7th, 2023
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Those experiencing a sugar craving feel a strong urge to eat something sweet and can find it difficult to control themselves around food, leading to binge eating or over-consuming calories. Here are 7 healthy snacks that can help to reduce your sugar cravings.
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Opt for dark chocolate with a high percentage of cocoa (70 percent or more) and minimal added sugars. It is a source of antioxidants and has less sugar than milk chocolate. This can satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Dates kind of taste like caramel and are rich in iron and fibre and are healthy options to deal with sugar cravings.
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Nuts and seeds are a fantastic snack option as they're filled with healthy fats, fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. They also provide a satisfying crunch to beat your sugar cravings.
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Choosing a bar made with oats or fruits not only helps in avoiding added sugars but also supplies fibre and other essential nutrients.
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Another healthy sweet snack option that is rich in protein, vitamins and can easily satiate your craving for sweets. This comes in both creamy and crunchy variants and can be eaten as a toast, pancake, or just a spoonful of peanut butter straight-out-of-the-jar.
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Smoothies are an excellent healthy sweet snack option which not only satisfies your tongue but also provides your body with healthy fibre and beneficial nutrients.
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Apart from vitamins A & C, minerals, and potassium, they are also rich in carbs, making them a more balanced alternative that provides your body with more calories.
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