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I do NOT mean that you should never have your favorite treats again. But sugar is definitely an addictive substance. The more you eat, the more you want. The less you eat, the less you want. To me, I don't want ANY substance running me! Period.
For some people, this may mean that you go into "abstinence," but most people do not have to be that extreme. There are ways to cut down, and make it easier. I am definitely into making it "easy" on yourself. White knuckling it never works.
Here are 5 strategies to cut back:
Research studies have shown that acute stress can lead to weight loss, but chronic stress, such as ongoing relationship problems or long-term job insecurity can cause us to put on weight.
Studies at Georgetown University showed that when lab animals were fed a high fat, high sugar diet, only the ones who were subjected to stressful conditions gained weight.
It's the combination of junk food diets and stress that creates weight gain.
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