Need help on low carb snacks and sugar subs

[KittyKitty]

I was on the Atkins for a year and lost 35 lbs. Was very happy, now I am cheating like it's no tomorrow. And have gained back 15lbs.

My weakness is craving sugar. And wanting to snack. And to be honest I quit exercising. So now I'm back to walking and going to the gym, but need help on my cravings.

Do you have any suggestions?

Thanks so much

Susan

 

[FonFon]

Sugar free jello with whipped cream got me through a lot. And once you can have them, strawberries with whipped cream is yummy too.

Be careful with the new sugar free/low carb treats that are out now (peanut butter cups, chocolate bars, etc.), because once you have some, you start to crave it A LOT. (I'm living proof.) But I have a serious sweet tooth, and can't just munch on pepperoni or celery when I need a snack.

 

[yasuern]

I too will have to agree with the SF jello and whipped cream - it helps especially around that time of month for me. Also if you take whipped cream cheese and vanilla and a little splenda mix well and use it to fill a thin crepe type omlett it to is yummy!

As far as SF candy goes be careful some make you go alot(#2) and i mean alot!



Sue

 

[ZerasPride]

I found all the sugar free treats, snacks and ice cream contributed to slow weight loss for me. Example: the month of June I lost 3.5 pounds eating the treats and ice cream. The previous month (May) I lost almost 10 pounds. In the one week I gave up the treats, I was down 3 pounds. That may not be the case for everyone but I had to give this stuff up until I reach goal.

My biggest suggation is to do a clean Induction. No, I'm not on Atkins per se (I'm actualy doing a combination of Atkins and South Beach) but I know that when you start cheating and are having sweet cravings, your body needs to detox again to make the cravings go away.

I wish you well in getting back on track! You can do it!!!!