Sugar cravings are when you experience a strong urge to eat something sweet and find it difficult to control yourself
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Sugar cravings can lead to eating too many calories and unintentional weight gain. So, here are 8 foods that can help you fight your sugar cravings
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Fruits like berries, apples and oranges are low in calories and provide a healthy dose of fibre and vitamins, satisfying your sweet tooth
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Nuts like almonds, walnuts or pistachios provide protein and healthy fats that keep you full and reduce sugar cravings
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A small piece of dark chocolate (preferably 70% cocoa or more) can satisfy a sweet tooth while offering antioxidants and less sugar than milk chocolate
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Greek yoghurt is packed with protein and probiotics, and it stabilises blood sugar and can be sweetened naturally with fruit
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Crunchy and slightly sweet, carrots make a great low-calorie snack to beat sugar cravings
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Rich in healthy fats and fibre, avocados help control hunger and reduce sugar spikes
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Though not a food on its own, adding cinnamon to meals or drinks may help regulate blood sugar and reduce sweet cravings
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Naturally sweet and loaded with fibre, sweet potatoes give you that sweet fix while also fueling your body with slow-releasing energy