Aniela Dybiec
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Making wise choices when it comes to nutrition is not always easy, especially when refined sugars are so addictive, this is how to know if you are suffering from sugar addiction.
Let's face it, sugar is definitely tasty, and refined sugar can get extremely addictive. I often wonder whether regular sugar is that bad for you, what most experts agree on is that, as with everything in life, eating refined sugars every now and then is not extremely detrimental to your health, but the key is moderation, as consuming big amounts of it regularly can be dangerous for your health. There is another thing you have to bear in mind until you can actually admit you are a sugar addict, you won't be able to get rid of your sugar cravings.
4 Symptoms of sugar addiction
1. You indulge in snacks more than once a day
You crave soft drinks, flavored coffee, iced tea and you feel like eating carbs regularly. If you suddenly feel like you need carbs such as baked goods, pasta, bread or chips, it might be a sign you are addicted to sugar.
2. Yoy keep on making excuses
Check yourself for phrases such as “Oh, it's just today," “I deserve it,” “I need to feel good,” "I'll have just a little,” all of these are excuses to validate your sugar addiction.
3. You hide your food
If you find yourself hiding sweets around the house, or you like to others about the number of sweets you eat, it might be a sign that your sugar addiction has gone too far.
4. You feel this if you stop eating sugar
Have you tried to reduce the amount of sugar you have, but instead, you experience, shaking, mood changes, you've experienced headaches, or insomnia, all these could be signs of withdrawal symptoms and you should address these feelings with a professional.