Weaning myself of sugar after I realized how addicted I was initially seemed like a MASSIVE challenge. However, I began studying foods and nutrients to understand the causes behind my addiction to sugar…including learning how processed, sugary foods actually activate our brains in the same way as drugs like cocaine and heroin. I realized that one way to conquer sugar cravings and overcome sugar addiction was to start replacing my foods with whole versions and eliminating the processed stuff. I realized that this also helped me psychologically, because I felt like I was giving myself “the best” food I could instead of depriving myself by going on some new diet and forcing rules upon myself. Here’s my list of 13 favorite foods I use for energy and reducing sugar cravings.

1. 13
Foods For Energy and
Reducing Sugar Cravings
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2. Weaning myself of sugar after I
realized how addicted I was
initially seemed like a MASSIVE
challenge.

3. However, I began studying foods
and nutrients to understand the
causes behind my addiction to
sugar…including learning how
processed, sugary foods actually
activate our brains in the same
way as drugs like cocaine and
heroin.

4. I realized that one way to
conquer sugar cravings and
overcome sugar addiction was to
start replacing my foods with
whole versions and eliminating
the processed stuff.

5. Here’s my list of 13 favourite
foods I use for energy and
reducing sugar cravings

6. High in vitamin C, potassium and
folate, this citrus fruit rations out
energy steadily over time instead of
giving you a quick sugar rush. Peel
and eat an orange whole to benefit
from the pectin and fiber in the fruit’s
membranes
ORANGES1

7. Because they are composed mostly of
sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose) and
fiber, bananas are a foolproof energy food.
Top them with almond butter, cashew
butter or other nut butter with no added
sugar (raw butters are best if you can find
them) for a well-rounded snack to top you
off and keep you going longer, since
bananas have a lot of sugar and will spike
your blood sugar.
BANANAS2

8. Not only will an apple a day keep the
doctor away, it’ll also give you a powerful
jolt of energy.
High in fiber, apples take longer to digest,
so they’ll give you a more prolonged lift
than many other fruit picks.
APPLES3

9. High in fiber and chocked with
antioxidants, most berries are lower in
sugar than other fruits (blueberries,
blackberries, strawberries, etc.) and can
give you a boost without spiking your
blood sugar.
BERRIES4

10. Next, for foods that can help you
maintain energy instead of giving
you quick energy…try eating
more plants

11. An excellent source of iron, a key
component of energy production in the
body. Eat a spinach salad for lunch and you
probably won’t experience that afternoon
energy slump.
SPINACH5

12. An excellent source of iron, a key
component of energy production in the
body. Eat a spinach salad for lunch and you
probably won’t experience that afternoon
energy slump.
BEANS6

13. Packed with protein, manganese, copper and
riboflavin and other trace minerals, you can toss a
handful in a salad to give it punch. (If I eat them
straight from the bag, I can easily go overboard if
I’m not conscious…but as a garnish, they can really
flavor other dishes.)
Copper and manganese play an essential role in
keeping energy flowing throughout the body by
neutralizing toxins within cells. Riboflavin aids
oxygen-based energy production.
ALMONDS OR BRAZIL NUTS7

14. For longer, sustained energy and
satiation, try proteins.

15. Salmon has been receiving a lot of hype lately for
its high content of omega-3 fatty acids, which can
lower cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart
disease. But this pink fish also contains protein
and vitamin B6, niacin and riboflavin—all of which
help convert the food you eat into energy.
Top a spinach salad with salmon, or serve it with a
side of brown rice and veggies for a power-packed
lunch or dinner.
SALMON8

16. Containing the highest complete form of protein
in any food (a whopping 97% of it can be absorbed
by your body!), eggs provide 30% of your daily
value of protein.
All of the essential amino acids that your body
uses to rebuild muscle can also be found in eggs.
Whether you eat them boiled, scrambled, baked,
fried or as an omelet, don’t overlook the power of
the incredible egg
EGGS9

17. Go for leaner cuts if you’re buying
commercial brands to get the least amount
of added chemicals. If you’re buying local,
go for fattier cuts to get the most satiating,
energy-sustaining meals.
STEAK10

18. And, as you switch off of processed and added sugars to fruit, and then
if you want sustained energy without turning to sugar, try healthy fats.
If you have a tendency to go overboard when it comes to foods with
sugar including fruits (as I did), try replacing your sugary foods with
healthy fats to reduce cravings and keep your blood sugar at an even
pace. By adding healthy fats into my diet, I realized I no longer craved
my sweet treats at the end of the day.

19. This can dress a salad or be used to lightly
sauté foods. The added, healthy fat keeps
you fuller longer and gives you a boost of
MUFAs, a type of healthy fat that can
protect against heart disease and lower
your LDL (“bad”) cholesterol while
increasing your HDL (“good”) cholesterol
levels
OLIVE OIL11

20. These “fruits” are awesome for adding
flavor, texture and satiation to a meal. Slice
them and eat with scrambled eggs, tossed
in a salad, alongside salmon or steak or
eaten on their own.
They are a “nutrient booster” because they
allow the body to absorb more nutrients.
They have nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and
phytonutrients per 1-oz. serving
AVOCADOS12

21. I live off this stuff since I discovered it helped me
curb all sugar cravings when I started eating more
coconut oil and reducing sweet foods. Coconut oil
has a variety of uses, for cooking, for natural
beauty, for around the home.
Conventional thought used to consider fats like
coconut oil to be unhealthy and contribute to
heart disease. We now know that this isn’t true. In
fact, coconut oil is actually a heart-healthy food
that can keep your body running smoother in a
few different ways. -
COCONUT OIL13

22. Studies have shown that intakes of coconut oil can
help our bodies gain resistance to both viruses
and bacteria that can cause illness. It also can help
to fight off yeast, fungus and candida.
Coconut oil can also positively affect our
hormones for thyroid and blood-sugar control.
People who take coconut oil also tend to have
improvements in how they handle blood sugar
since coconut can help improve insulin use within
the body…which has been my personal experience
COCONUT OIL13

23. Coconut oil can boost thyroid function helping to
increase metabolism, energy and endurance. It
increases digestion and helps to absorb fat-soluble
vitamins.
COCONUT OIL13

24. The transition from processed to whole foods is a giant
leap in the direction of overcoming binge eating and sugar
cravings, because your body is now being authentically
nourished. Combine that with working with your mind to
create new habits and you’ll find a revolution in the way
you relate to food.

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