How the ASSFACE Diet Helps You Break Sugar Addiction
- Erika Rawes
- May 19
- 2 min read
Updated: May 20
Tired of craving sugar all the time? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
Sugar addiction is real. It hijacks your brain, spikes your blood sugar, and then leaves you crashing, tired, and hungry again. And the worst part? It’s in pretty much everything—even so-called “healthy” foods.

The good news? The ASSFACE Diet is designed to help you break the cycle—gently, effectively, and sustainably.
Why Sugar is so Addictive
• It triggers dopamine: Sugar lights up the same reward centers as drugs and alcohol.
• It creates a craving loop: You get a sort of "high," then a "crash," then a "craving" for more because you don't want to stay in that low "crash" state.
• It’s in everything: From salad dressings to sauces to protein bars—even (and often especially) foods labeled “natural” or “low fat.”
How the ASSFACE Diet Stops the Sugar Spiral
The ASSFACE Diet isn’t about white-knuckling your way through cravings. It’s about replacing addictive foods with nourishing ones—so your body and brain can reset.
Here’s How It Works:
1. Ditch Added Sugar—Not All Carbs
You still get to eat fruit, veggies, legumes, and even dairy. These natural carbs come with fiber, water, and nutrients that slow sugar absorption and keep you full.
Plus, because you're still getting sugar from fruit and dairy in particular, you're still getting enough sugar to make your brain sort of happy through the change phase. You're just getting all the good stuff along with it (fiber, vitamins, etc.) that helps minimize weight gain and that vicious crave-crash cycle.
2. Fill Up with Fat + Protein
Protein and healthy fats blunt blood sugar spikes and keep cravings at bay. Meals that combine eggs, avocado, cheese, and legumes leave you satisfied for hours. This makes you less likely to reach for something sugary or ultra-processed.
3. Keep It Real and Flexible
You don’t need to be perfect. The 80/20 rule lets you eat out, enjoy life, and still stay in control. The less pressure you feel, the easier it is to succeed.
4. Use Flavor Strategically
You don’t need sugar to make food exciting. Spices, savory sauces (without sugar), citrus, herbs, and umami-rich foods like cheese and olives can satisfy your taste buds.
Here are a few signs that your sugar addiction is fading:
• You stop craving dessert after every meal
• You have steady energy throughout most of the day
• You feel full after eating whole foods
• You stop obsessing over food
Final Thought: You’re in Control Now
The ASSFACE Diet is more than just a plan—it’s a shift in mindset. When you stop feeding your sugar addiction and start fueling your body with real food, everything changes. You feel better. You eat better. And most importantly, you stay in control.
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