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failed sugar detox {how it was really a win}

by Heather

Two weeks ago I put myself on a sugar detox.

And two weeks ago I continued to eat sugar each day.

I failed in the detox part.

But really I won.

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You see, I didn’t cut out all sugar.  My goal was to detox the processed sugary sweets from my diet.  As in, those cookies pictured above.

Which I did!  Instead of mindlessy munching on cookies, I thought about what I really wanted.  Was I hungry?  Okay, eat some real food – apple + peanut butter.

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Was I thirsty?  A spinach, marionberry and banana will do the trick.

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Did I just want something sweet?  My chobani peach yogurt can help with that.

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Sometimes a handful of dark chocolate chips were I really wanted… so I had it.  Whoops!

I never truly cut out sugar during this detox.  I actually had a loaf of lemon poppyseed bread that I baked up the day before the detox.  I probably should have just put it in the freezer, but instead I munched on it a bit each day.

Even though I never cut sugar out completely, I regained the control I wanted.  I felt like I was unable to stop myself once I got started eating cookies, but now I can stop again at one.  Or even have none.  I guess it was more of a recalibration than a detox.

I found out that if I really listen to my body, it tells me what I need.  Sometimes all it takes it slowing down for a moment to hear what it’s saying.

How would you have done on this sugar detox?  Failed, but won?  How’s your week going so far?

Heather

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Carly @ Snack Therapy April 11, 2013 - 8:01 am

Earlier this year, I cut out all added sugar. It was hard, but it forced me to realize how filing and satisfying whole, clean foods are. But, I have to say, I’m much happier eating sugar again : ).

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:53 pm

I definitely like sugar too, but whole foods do make me feel the best!

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Erica April 11, 2013 - 8:20 am

Good for you! I’ve done something similar and come out with the same result! Sometimes a little more control is exactly what you need!

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:54 pm

Yup a little more control was just what I needed. And I got it!

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Charlotte @ Commitness to Fitness April 11, 2013 - 8:23 am

I love this post! Healthy eating is not about cutting out everything you love forever, its about feeling in control so you’re not a slave to the cravings. Everything in moderation. Def counts as a win:)

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:54 pm

Bla ya being a slave to cookies is no fun. Moderation for sure!

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Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries April 11, 2013 - 1:27 pm

Whenever I’ve tried to cut out something entirely, I find myself failing at it. I think it’s more of a mind thing for me than anything! That being said, I don’t cut anything out anymore. Regaining some self control from time to time is necessary, but I don’t think I could ever cut something out entirely that I love!

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:55 pm

Ya I don’t really see myself cutting anything completely out either. Obviously, I still like my sugar, just in my terms 🙂

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Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes April 11, 2013 - 7:21 pm

If I did a sugar detox I feel as though I would fail and LOSE. haha. Seriously though, I have tried before and couldn’t do it. Maybe I should try your tip about listening to my body and what it is actually craving when I feel like I’m weak and ready to cave. Thanks for the inspiration!

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:56 pm

Haha you crack me up Ashley. Obviously I couldn’t cut it all out either, but I wasn’t looking to. Just to get a little more balance.

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The Candid RD April 12, 2013 - 4:26 am

AWESOME POST! It actually pairs well with what I posted today, about mindful eating.
So, basically you gave up processed sugar, or sugary foods that don’t come with any type of nutritional benefit. I think it’s brilliant!

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:57 pm

Yup it sure does! And when I saw those cupcakes… I wanted one of them! 🙂

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Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers April 12, 2013 - 5:49 am

Awesome job!!! I am trying so hard to cut out sugar!!!

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Fit Mama April 12, 2013 - 2:58 pm

It can be tough! Gotta find that balance that works for you 🙂

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