Idk if yall know this, but…
I used to do drugs (besides weed). I got sober from narcotics and alcohol when I was 19 and it wasn’t “easy”, but…
I’m on day 4 of absolutely 0 sugar and I can confirm that sugar is the most difficult drug to kick.
Discussion
This 💯
I did keto for a while to reduce weight. It's amazing how addictive sugar is 😵💫
I wonder why they add it to so many foods these days 🤔😅
There’s also no detox meds for sugar so I’m just a crazy person with severe cravings 😂
I remember feeling physically ill for over a week. Worse than quitting alcohol for sure. I still think quitting nicotine is more difficult, but that's it's own beast 😂
Well, I didn’t count nicotine because I’m still vaping 😂 that comes next, I have a new method in mind
That urge to murder is the hardest part 😅
That’s why I’m gonna be playing videogames nonstop
Keeping busy is the best option, yes 👍
Less time to think about not having nicotine.
The detox meds for sugar = proof of work 😬
You can try and go lazy route, but that also sound as painful.
Yup. So far, I’m doing ok with the white knuckle approach
Last spring i went keto - getting past that keto flu brings a wave of almost manic energy. Its great 🤣
Is that wtf keto means ? No sugar? I thought it was carbs, which I’m still doing 😂
Carbs break down into sugar, so technically yeah haha
Yeah because the body needs some sugar to like…function 😂
Your body has workarounds for that, gluconeogenesis.
Mostly your body can run on fats, and can produce the sugars it needs. That's why there are essential amino acids and essential fatty acids that you must eat, but no essential carbs.
Eh well simply eliminating “sugar” and hanging onto carbs has been working for my goal 🤷♀️
Im gonna keep aiming for pain-free first and then I can worry about whatever a “healthy” diet is supposed to mean these days.
The carbs help me hang onto the weight I want to keep
💯 use the diet that works for you. Keto worked as a way to shed 40% of my bodyweight and reset my metabolism. I pursue a more balanced diet now 🤙
That's the beauty of humans digestive system, it's very adaptable. From the Inuit on an almost purely animal diet to tribes that consist of mostly grains and vegetables, history is full of examples. A lot of people preach that everyone should eat their "one true way" but I think different people have different needs. I just try to avoid overly processed food, that works for me now 👍
Yup and then there’s that whole microbiome. Everyone’s is unique to them.
Yes. Reconfiguring your microbiome, plus turning systems like gluconeogenesis back on are the reason for keto flu. It takes a while for the body to get back to homeostasis, come to terms with the new diet.
"Turd burglars"
i wonder what the conversation was like when the modern microbiome scientists had to convince the remote tribe that they wanted their poop for science.
We need some sugars, but the typical diet is def taking in excess. Its probably not the best long term strategy, but its a good reset for your body. Am considering doing it again 🤔
Sounds rather torturous 😂🫂
But that mania 🤌
😂
And yes - i'm arguing for Noshole + more energy 😂
That’s a terrifying thought 😂
Keto food tastes like ass.
Only if you're a bad cook. Same holds true for any food.
I am a terrible cook.
It's a very rewarding thing to learn. It's one of the things I actually enjoy AI assistants for too, very helpful.
I always said, i am willing to eat almost anything as long as i have a real chef that takes their shit seriously.
I’m still learning, but compared to most women I know, I suck
My greatest victory was learning how to make my own good sauces, after that everything tastes good. Bechamel, wine reduction, a bone stock, and a good tomato sauce go a long way to be able to make anything taste good.
What’s the best sauce that will go with anything?
Pretty hard to go wrong with bechamel, white sauce. It's a good base to add any flavor you want to. Probably the one I start with the most.
It really depends on what you're cooking and what your tastes are though. Food isn't a one size fits all thing, it's very subjective.
And you post notes about pickle sandwiches?? Why are you holding back, sir?
Too busy cooking tasty meals 😂
I have put a couple recipes on zap.cooking, but honestly I'm more of a "just throw things in the pot/pan" kind of cook. It's not exact like a recipe. Vibe cooking I guess.
And pb&p sammies are a delicacy 😋
It takes at least a half decade of research and experimentation for a homemaker to become the revered motherly chef. Being a nostrich places you on firm footing.
Yeah and my mom didn’t really cook when I was growing up so the kids that were in the kitchen learning and helping got a huge head start 🫂
I always tell people starting out to watch Jacques Pepin's fundamentals of cooking he did for WGN in the early 90's.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nffGuGwCE3E
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMO4e_FzXX12QHXOnBt2NGPbPhsV-onvC
☝️ this
I ate pre packaged crap until 30 years old. I was a good cook at around 35. The math checks out.
My dearest puts food in the oven while its still preheating. Your not alone
You’re not supposed to do that? 😄 why can’t you preheat the food?
“Pre heat” is when the ovens on bake & broil at the same time to get the temp up as quick as possible. You won't cook food you will char it at 180
Comparison = the thief of joy. ☠️
You got this it will be worth it in the end. I don't know if you like super dark chocolate but Lindt sells a 100% Cocoa chocolate here in Canada it was a nice little craving reducer but you have to already like super dark chocolate I think that and coffee with full cream (like not whipped whipping cream).
Yeah I believe we have some in the states too, but I have yet to get any. Next time I’m at the store
https://www.amazon.com/Keto-Chow-Daily-Mineral-Drops/dp/B08GTSGKCM
Ketorade sparkling water:
1 qt sparkling water
2 tablespoon of lemon/lime juice
2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
40 drops or 1/2 tsp of Keto Chow
For 16oz bottle: 20 drops or 1/4 tsp
Ketorade water:
2 qt water
4 tablespoon of lemon/lime juice
4 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
1 tsp of Keto Chow
Place 2 qt jug in fridge. Serve with ice.
🫂 I’m not keto, but thank you
When you reduce your sugar intake, you lose water weight, which can cause flu like symptoms. This is just high quality Gatorade without sugar. You won't know unless you try.
Ooo I see. So I’m not trying to lose any weight. Ideally, I would like to gain some. Sugar elimination is 100% for inflammation contributing to chronic pain. I would still be eating brownies for breakfast otherwise😂 I can still give it a shot 🤷♀️
Losing water weight is not losing weight in my book. I am on keto for inflammation reasons too.
Ok got it. I’m just really nervous about losing weight again as you can probably tell and “keto” freaks me out
When you lose water weight, the electrolytes go with it, and this simply replenishes them. Acting as a detox med.
This is true. I don’t eat sweets except on special occasions. Not because I don’t love sweets but because I love sweets too much and if I do I’ll awaken my inner sweet demon.
nostr:npub1cwhy4k8qd2guyqz8t45u4yzyp4k4fhnjn573ukh6e77mde2dgm9s2lujc5 any words of advice?
Become diabetic, so you have no choice? idk. That's what I am 🤷🏼♀️
Wish I had dumped sugar much earlier in ife. At first was the toughest to kick I agree. I am on 7 years ZERO sugar now. No Booze working on 35 years. at first it sucked but now I would not live any other way.
nicotine is difficult too.
GL with your low/no sugar. it is difficult. that's why junk food contains it.
🤙
Major respect to you for being real about your journey. Getting sober that young is powerful and you’re right, sugar withdrawal hits different. Keep going, you’ve already proven how strong you are.
I'm in for zero sugar -> starting now
No alternatives (stevia)?
Good fucking shit dude
Fuck yeah except I have nothing to look forward to 😂
0 sugar - why lol 😆
