{"id":40,"date":"2021-01-08T18:52:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-08T18:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/?p=40"},"modified":"2021-02-08T18:52:39","modified_gmt":"2021-02-08T18:52:39","slug":"easy-ways-to-beat-your-sugar-cravings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/08\/easy-ways-to-beat-your-sugar-cravings\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Easy Ways to Beat Your Sugar Cravings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/08\/easy-ways-to-beat-your-sugar-cravings\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AdobeStock_198685253__1603196970_51714-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"young woman biting into a piece of chocolate \" class=\"wp-image-41\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AdobeStock_198685253__1603196970_51714-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AdobeStock_198685253__1603196970_51714-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/AdobeStock_198685253__1603196970_51714.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you struggle with controlling your sweet tooth? There\u2019s a\nreason it can be hard to resist indulging in sweets \u2013 foods that are high in\nsugar would quickly meet the caloric needs of our early human ancestors, which\nled to many of us having a genetic predisposition to craving sugary items. Unfortunately,\nour genetics haven\u2019t caught up with our modern lifestyle filled with high-sugar\nfoods and drinks, and most Americans greatly exceed the daily recommended\namount of sugar. To reduce your risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">tooth decay<\/a>\nand improve your overall health, here are six easy tips for overcoming your\nsugar cravings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Learn How Much Sugar You\u2019re Eating <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first, you need to understand your sugar intake\nhabits. Spend the next week or so keeping a food journal, writing down\neverything you eat and drink. This will give you a better idea of just how much\nsugar you\u2019re consuming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Gradually Decrease Your Sugar Intake <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because sugar has addictive properties, quitting cold turkey\ncan cause withdrawal symptoms like headaches or irritability. Instead, take\nsmall steps over a week or two to gradually consume less sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Learn to Tell Yourself No<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating or drinking something sweet feels good in the moment,\nbut is it worth the risk of getting more cavities later on? Thinking about the long-term\nconsequences of eating too much sugar may make it easier to kick the habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Find Sugar-Free Substitutes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These days, many sugarless products and artificial sweeteners\ntaste almost exactly like the real thing. Moderation is still key, but these\nsugar-free alternatives are certainly healthier for your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Chew Sugar-Free Gum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re craving something sweet, popping a piece of sugarless\nchewing gum into your mouth is a great solution. Not only does it satisfy your sweet\ntooth, but it keeps your teeth clean by promoting saliva production. Make sure\nthe gum you\u2019re chewing has the ADA Seal of Approval on the label. That means\nthe American Dental Association has deemed it effective at improving oral\nhealth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Indulge in Sugar Occasionally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you avoid sugar altogether, there\u2019s the risk that you\u2019ll\nrelapse and binge on sweets later. Again, it has addictive properties for many\npeople. To prevent this, allow yourself to eat something sweet every now and\nthen. A piece of cake at a birthday party or a scoop of ice cream on a date isn\u2019t\ngoing to instantly ruin your teeth. Sugar is fine in moderation \u2013 just remember\nto brush your teeth afterward if you can!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many people, it\u2019s not easy to cut back on sugar,\nespecially not at first. But if you\u2019re able to do it gradually, your teeth will\nthank you for it. Plus, you\u2019ll end up saving money that would have otherwise\nspent getting cavities filled! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Brush Dental, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/dr-john-kuan.html\">Dr. John Kuan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/dr-christopher-lam.html\">Dr. Christopher Lam<\/a>\ntake a preventive approach to dentistry, taking the time to educate their patients\nin the Royse City, TX area on how to keep their smiles clean and healthy between\nappointments. For more advice on conquering your sugar cravings, you can visit their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>&nbsp;or call (469)\n723-4000. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Do you struggle with controlling your sweet tooth? There\u2019s a reason it can be hard to resist indulging in sweets \u2013 foods that are high in sugar would quickly meet the caloric needs of our early human ancestors, which led to many of us having a genetic predisposition to craving sugary items. Unfortunately, our genetics haven\u2019t caught up with our modern lifestyle filled with high-sugar foods and drinks, and most Americans greatly exceed the daily [&hellip;] <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/08\/easy-ways-to-beat-your-sugar-cravings\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-40","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>6 Easy Ways to Beat Your Sugar Cravings | Avoid Cavities | Brush Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sugar can really harm your teeth, even though it\u2019s highly addictive. 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