# 4 Ways to Kick Your Sugar Habit

Published: 2014-12-05T15:15:58.311218-05:00
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One of the most common questions I get asked by members is why they can't resist sweets or no matter how hard they try, they always end up having a brownie or cookies after dinner.

Many of us aren't aware how addictive sugar is and that many of us are hooked. (You can read more about food addictions in the [Guide](http://herbi.es/HHGUIDE).)

Here are 4 simple ways you can cut sugar from your diet.

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**Eliminate Added Sugars**
Sugar has many names: agave nectar, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, glycerol, honey, pure maple syrup, glucose, sucrose, just to name a few. For a natural sweetener, try using unsweetened applesauce, bananas or dates and be sure to buy plant-based milks that are unsweetened.

**Eat Fresh Fruit**
When that sugar craving hits, rather than reaching for a piece of chocolate, opt for fresh fruit instead. Frozen fruit also makes a great dessert!

**Use Sweet Potatoes**
Sweet potatoes are deliciously sweet (and filling!). Roasting them in the oven makes them even sweeter. A "treat" I love is a cooked sweet potato with cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice. Corn and carrots are also sweet tasting vegetables, so nibble on baby carrots and try having corn on the cob as a snack or treat.

**Keep Healthy Choices Within Reach.**
This is why I always can't recommend the [meal plans](https://www.getmealplans.com/) enough! You prepare all your food for the week in a few hours and then reheat or grab-n-go all week long. You won't be tempted to steer off the healthy path and down the fast food or convenience lane when a wholesome meal is already waiting for you. Keep plenty of healthy meals — and healthy snacks — on hand!

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