7 Ways to Suppress Your Cravings
- Matt Gable
- Feb 15
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 13
7 Ways to Stop Your Cravings
Do you sometimes get food cravings? I'll be honest, I sure do! But, having said that, I've developed tactics over the years on how to manage my cravings and sweet tooth. Here’s my 7 tips to you:
1. Protein-Packed Alternatives
When a craving strikes, I reach for high protein snacks like shakes or bars. They not only satisfy my sweet tooth but also provide protein to support muscle recovery. Protein helps stabilise blood sugar levels, reducing the likelihood of further cravings.
2. Address Hunger with Nutritious Meals
Sometimes, what feels like a sugar craving is simply hunger. I chuck some crispy chicken breast fillets in the air fryer. My cravings for sweets stop, showing that my body was craving nourishment, not just sugar.
3. Avoid Shopping on an Empty Stomach
One of my most important rules, and I share this with all of my clients: never shop on an empty stomach. I make more mindful decisions when I'm not hungry, focusing on nutrient-dense foods that go with my dietary goals.
4. Stay Hydrated
Dehydration can sometimes manifest as sugar cravings. Drinking water throughout the day helps keep these false hunger signals at bay.
5. Practice Mindful Eating
Being seated and focusing on the food you're eating as opposed to eating during your walk to work allows you to recognise true hunger cues and differentiate them from emotional cravings. When slowing down my eating, I find greater satisfaction in my meals, reducing the urge to seek snacks.
6. Plan Balanced Meals
Ensuring my meals have adequate protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates helps maintain my energy levels and reduces the likelihood of sudden sugar cravings.
7. Manage Stress and Sleep
High stress and lack of sleep can intensify sugar cravings. By managing stress and prioritising my sleep, I support my body's natural rhythms, which in turn helps regulate hunger and cravings.
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