velvetee's Journal, 04 Jan 20

A little bit more about amino acids and sugar cravings in particular.

The best to consider => L-Glutamine, it's an amino acid that makes us feel stable, calm and balanced. It is also great for our gut because it relieves bloating and helps fight fatigue. In terms of neurotransmitter promoters, it's a true back-up fuel source for the entire brain.

500 to 1500mg up to 3 times per day, early morning, mid-morning and/or mid-afternoon.
Good to tackle cravings for sweets, starches & alcohol. Especially great for those who become irritable & stressed if meals are delayed. Tested on myself.
Other indications: blood sugar regulation, eating disorder recovery, carb craving in general, digestive distress, hormonal food cravings. It reaches the starving brain within minutes and can stop almost immediately sweet/starch craving. The brain is actually fueled by glutamine when glucose levels drop too low. Glucose and glutamine are two fuels our brain uses. So instead of giving it sugars, give it a lil bit of glutamine :)

Picture: 3 runny eggs (with ghee) with black tomatoes and cauliflower. Didn't have any dessert because felt full. Peace FS friends.

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Dr. Atkins (of the Atkins diet) recommended L glutamine for cravings back in the 1990s. I also try to work those umami flavours to keep sugar craving as well.  
04 Jan 20 by member: liv001
good info; thanks! 
04 Jan 20 by member: erikahollister
Looks good, especially those tomatoes. 
04 Jan 20 by member: gz9gjg
This looks so delicious 😋!! Also I am on day 2 of the Ashwagandah☺️ 
04 Jan 20 by member: jcmama777
Interesting. My family knows I get "hangry" especially around dinnertime. Might need to give this a try. 
04 Jan 20 by member: jazzylittleone
Erika thanks! 
04 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
Gz, black tomatoes have more taste somehow. Thanks! 
04 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
Jc it WAS delicious! How do you feel with Ash? 
04 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
Jazzy, try it, it's not that expensive and could potentially help. 
04 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
Key thank you 😊 I love beautiful plates! 
04 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
No bad side effects and pretty calm. I was getting hangry not being able to get to my lunch and I saw your post laughed my ass off and took another one 😂 I feel I have more energy since yesterday and it could be a combination of taking Vitamin D3 I’m always deficient. The ash and complex B. It’s definitely a change since yesterday and I have more pep in my step. More calm. I like it🤗🤗 
04 Jan 20 by member: jcmama777
good info and plate, as always, as beautiful as you V👍😋💕 
04 Jan 20 by member: ripsic
Lol Jc, don't go crazy with Ash, it's a very powerful plant. Great you are feeling better! 
05 Jan 20 by member: velvetee
Ripsic,awwwwe this is so sweet, thanks!! 
05 Jan 20 by member: velvetee

     
 

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