How I Beat My Sugar Cravings Cold Turkey

How I beat sugar cravings in just 9 days – Cold turkey & feeling great

If you’ve ever felt like your sugar cravings were running the show, you’re not alone – I was right there just over a week ago. But something shifted, and I decided to go cold turkey on sugar, alcohol, and fast-release carbs.

Now I’m 9 days in, and the change has been amazing. Not only have I completely lost the urge to snack on sweet things, but I’ve also dropped 7 lbs, I’m sleeping better, and I feel so much more balanced.

In this blog post, I’m sharing what I did, what I eat now, and the small changes that made a big difference.

🎥 You can also watch my YouTube video here where i talk you through the process I follow to quit sugar: 

Why I quit sugar Cold Turkey

Although I didn’t have loads of weight to lose, I’d noticed over the past few months that my eating habits were slipping.

I was constantly reaching for sweet things, a glass of wine in the evening, or something carby like toast or pasta. My weight was creeping up, and I just felt like I was on a rollercoaster of cravings and energy crashes.

So I made the decision – no sugar, no alcohol, no refined carbs. Let’s give it a go and see what happens. 

Here’s what I cut out

I removed:

• All added and hidden sugars
• Alcohol (yes, even the glass of wine with dinner!)
• Fast-release carbs like bread, pasta, rice, crackers, and anything processed
• All ultra processed foods like shop bought mayonaise, crisps, sauces etc

I also didn’t swap in sugar-free alternatives or sweeteners. I wanted to reset my taste buds and get off that sweet craving cycle altogether, and it worked.

The First Few Days Were Tough… Then it got way easier

The first three days were the hardest. I felt rough during the day with full blown keto flu symptoms including not sleeping, and by day four, I was really struggling with lack of sleep. My body clearly needed a little more carbohydrate than I was giving it – especially in the evenings.

So I made one simple adjustment: I added a small portion of starchy vegetables like sweet potato to my evening meal. and a portion of berries. It worked almost instantly – I slept properly again, and my energy came back.

What I eat in a day

I’ve been following an intermittent fasting routine for years, so I skip breakfast and eat two meals a day: lunch and dinner, and if i need it i have an afternoon and evening snack of nuts and fruit.

Here’s a rough idea of what I eat:

Lunch:

• Protein like eggs, beef, chicken, fish or leftovers from dinner or cheese. Feta is or mozarella is great for salads.
• Lots of low-carb veg (courgette, spinach, broccoli, green salad, green beans, avocado, mushrooms etc.)

Dinner:

• Protein and low-carb veg again
• A small portion of sweet potato or squash for carbs
• A handful of berries or fruit with full-fat crème fraîche or natural yoghurt and a sprinkle of nuts

Optional treat:

• One square of 85% dark chocolate if I fancy something after dinner – and now that really is enough!

No scales, no calorie counting – just real food, sensible portions, and stopping when I feel full.

What’s Happened in Just 9 Days

• Sugar cravings – gone!
• Weight loss – 7 lbs down
• Only 2 lbs to go until I hit my goal weight
• I feel calm, satisfied, and not thinking and obsessing about food all day
• More energy in the afternoons and evenings (no more napping on sofa after eating)

This has honestly felt like a proper reset – not a diet, not punishment, just getting back in control of my eating habits and sugar cravings.

Tips if You Fancy Trying This Too

If you’re thinking about giving this a go, here’s what worked for me:

• Go cold turkey – it's hard at first, but the cravings pass quickly
• Don’t fear healthy carbs – especially at dinner if sleep is a problem
• Focus on proper meals with protein, fat, and fibre
• Savoury breakfasts or brunches are the way to go and a game changer
• Listen to your body – you don’t need to weigh or track everything
• Be consistent – it’s not about being perfect

Final Thoughts

I know everyone’s different, but I honestly feel like I’ve reset my whole approach to food in just over a week. If sugar cravings have taken hold, or your weight’s creeping up despite your best efforts, this might be worth a try.

I’ll be sharing more updates over on YouTube, so if you're curious about what I eat in a day or how I'm keeping it up long term, do pop over and have a watch.

Thanks for reading – and if you’re starting your own sugar-free journey, I’d love to hear how you’re getting on.

Kate x

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