Anonymous
Post 11/28/2024 09:49     Subject: Re:Help me quit candy!
Anonymous wrote:NP. Thanks for the post, OP. The comment about how it gets easier after 5 days made me try a sugar break for 5 days. I actually did really well overall, even when I had to make cookies for DC’s school event. Every time I thought about eating sugar, I just told myself, “no sugar today,” and moved on. I didn’t restrict anything else. Tonight was the first time I had a bit of a craving, but I got through it.

Now that the 5 days are up, I’m not sure where to go from here. Maybe go until Thanksgiving? That’s not so long.


Made it to Thanksgiving with only 1/4 of a cupcake DD made on Monday. Will definitely have pie & ice cream today, and then probably go back to near none. Total abstinence is so much easier than moderation!

OP, how are you doing with candy?
Anonymous
Post 11/21/2024 22:07     Subject: Help me quit candy!
Anonymous wrote:If it doesn't impact your weight and your teeth are fine and you eat a generally healthy diet, I wouldn't worry too much about it.



+1
Anonymous
Post 11/21/2024 22:06     Subject: Re:Help me quit candy!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:NP. Thanks for the post, OP. The comment about how it gets easier after 5 days made me try a sugar break for 5 days. I actually did really well overall, even when I had to make cookies for DC’s school event. Every time I thought about eating sugar, I just told myself, “no sugar today,” and moved on. I didn’t restrict anything else. Tonight was the first time I had a bit of a craving, but I got through it.

Now that the 5 days are up, I’m not sure where to go from here. Maybe go until Thanksgiving? That’s not so long.


Go for a few weeks and you might never go back! I remember eating a few bites of a sweet dessert after I’d not eaten sugar for a couple of months. My stomach started throbbing and I stopped pretty much immediately. It was so strange.


I’m at 9 days now, and cravings have definitely reduced. I don’t actually feel any different though.
Anonymous
Post 11/18/2024 09:20     Subject: Re:Help me quit candy!
Anonymous wrote:NP. Thanks for the post, OP. The comment about how it gets easier after 5 days made me try a sugar break for 5 days. I actually did really well overall, even when I had to make cookies for DC’s school event. Every time I thought about eating sugar, I just told myself, “no sugar today,” and moved on. I didn’t restrict anything else. Tonight was the first time I had a bit of a craving, but I got through it.

Now that the 5 days are up, I’m not sure where to go from here. Maybe go until Thanksgiving? That’s not so long.


Go for a few weeks and you might never go back! I remember eating a few bites of a sweet dessert after I’d not eaten sugar for a couple of months. My stomach started throbbing and I stopped pretty much immediately. It was so strange.
Anonymous
Post 11/18/2024 09:18     Subject: Help me quit candy!
Are you on any meds that might influence your cravings? I wasn’t a big sweet tooth person but when I started ADHD meds, I craved / ate sweets with a ferocity that was unusual for me.
Anonymous
Post 11/18/2024 07:53     Subject: Help me quit candy!
Abstinence is best for most people because trying to have a little doesn't allow the body to detox and get over the cravings.

Anonymous
Post 11/17/2024 21:53     Subject: Re:Help me quit candy!
NP. Thanks for the post, OP. The comment about how it gets easier after 5 days made me try a sugar break for 5 days. I actually did really well overall, even when I had to make cookies for DC’s school event. Every time I thought about eating sugar, I just told myself, “no sugar today,” and moved on. I didn’t restrict anything else. Tonight was the first time I had a bit of a craving, but I got through it.

Now that the 5 days are up, I’m not sure where to go from here. Maybe go until Thanksgiving? That’s not so long.
Anonymous
Post 11/17/2024 11:40     Subject: Help me quit candy!
Anonymous wrote:Not op but pp
I went into a Lindt chocolate store , and didn't buy a single one for myself.
Yes I am Super proud of myself.


I'm pp 12:07
Congratulations! That is a great accomplishment and you should definitely be proud of your self control
Anonymous
Post 11/16/2024 22:08     Subject: Help me quit candy!
Not op but pp
I went into a Lindt chocolate store , and didn't buy a single one for myself.
Yes I am Super proud of myself.