Sweet Tooth Tamers

So I’ve come to terms with the fact that I’m addicted to chocolate, cookies and ice cream.

By Candy

Obviously none of them have really helped slim, tone or tighten my waisteline … And although I resolved to give up the sweets on January 1st, I can’t really say I’ve been a perfect angel about it. I always rationalize that I deserve it “just this once,” but there have been a lot of “just this onces.”

So now I’m buckling down, sticking to my guns and staying strong. I’ll admit, skipping my usual dose of soft chocolate chip cookies on my way out of the dining hall, hasn’t been easy. But I’ve found a few tricks to getting my sweet fix without all the fat and calories.

Thanks to this awesome website/newsletter I subscribe too, HungryGirl.com, I have Chocolate Vita Muffins in my life. These cupcake-sized, fiber-packed bad boys are as yummy as a soft warm brownie. They come frozen, so I just pop ‘em in the microwave and voila, something chocolatey and healthy.

When I can’t access my beloved muffins, I resort to Diet Coke, or the latest Cherry Coke Zero. These guys are total lifesavers — after a can my sweet tooth is satisfied and my self-esteem, shooting through the roof. I’m so proud of my willpower and of course the weight loss.