CRAVINGS: Everyone Has Them

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I'm a strong believer in giving into your cravings. I usually have strong cravings for something sweet such as Cold Stone Creamery, delicious moist brownies, something spicy (Habanero spicy) or a nice juicy steak. Most of the time, I don't satisfy my cravings immediately. I wait it out hoping it goes away. Not. So, I'm a believer in giving into my cravings but I wait it out.

On the Fourth of July, I had cravings for brownies but there were none at the neighborhood gathering. The craving was so strong that, the burgers looked like brownies. Hilarious!

According to WebMd, nearly 100% of young women and nearly 70% of young men have food cravings. When we're stressed or anxious, the cravings are high. I've never thought of my cravings being related to my emotional state. I've associated them with my hormones. I found it interesting to read that we usually crave things that are fatty, sugary, or both. Well, if I look back at the foods I crave, they sure are high in fat and or  sugar.

WebMd recommends eating low calorie foods to satisfy the urges. For instance, a delicious low calorie brownie will be enough to curb the craving. As for me, I made the brownie's but I didn't select a low calorie recipe but next time, I'll consider that.

I'm a happy camper and I no longer have my brownie cravings. I'm glad I don't constantly have these urges. I'm also glad that I workout nearly everyday to help burn of the high fat and sugar calories. Almost every one has cravings and it's okay. Here's to your health and to our cravings.