Most people eat sweets and desserts as a pick-me-up when they’re feeling down or tired. There’s a good reason for this, and there is evidence that shows that consuming sweet food can actually make you feel better in an instant.
Research shows that individuals who regularly ate desserts, such as chocolate, experience increased feelings of happiness in comparison to people who consumed them occasionally. Moreover, the study shows that eating sweet foods resulted in boosted energy levels and mood improvement, so people shouldn’t feel guilty if they want to have some cake, sorbet, or a chocolate bar once in a while.
Of course, there’s a downside to constantly having sweets as too much of it can result in weight gain, inflammation, and health conditions such as fatty liver disease and diabetes. Fortunately, there’s a way to satisfy your sweet cravings without consuming sugary treats. Here are some fun ways to get your sweet fix outside the kitchen.
Play a Dessert-Themed Game
Playing sweets themed games online is a great way to celebrate your love of desserts without the guilt. There’s a variety of candy and fruit-themed games out there, so see if you can find a few to help you pass the time while you’re on the Internet. If you prefer to play on an Xbox or PlayStation though, consider playing games that feature desserts, baked goods and cat-shaped pastries. One example of this is Genshin Impact, which is home to an array of mouth-watering treats such as the Lighter Than Air Pancakes.
Alternatively, you can play dessert-themed board or card games with your friends if you want to unplug. Games like Candy Land, Chocolatiers, Go Nuts for Donuts, Truffle Shuffle, and Macaron guarantee hours of fun, whether you’re a dessert lover or not.
Create Some Sweet Art
To experience the feel-good effects of sweets without raising your blood sugar levels, consider creating some dessert-inspired art. Studies show that engaging in a creative activity can be good for mental health since it helps to fight stress, reduce anxiety, and improve overall mood, so it’s worth a try if you’re feeling low. You can try coloring illustrations of parfaits and other desserts in adult coloring books, or paint a still life of a cake using acrylics or oil paint. You can also make bracelet charms by creating tiny cookies, ice cream cones, or donuts out of polymer clay.
Try Sweet Perfumes
If you want to curb your sugar consumption, try doing a sniff test of some sweet perfumes. A study shows that people who sniffed a vanilla patch ate fewer sugary foods, so consider trying some scents with vanilla or gourmand notes. To do that, you’ll need to go to the celebrity perfume section of your favorite beauty store or drugstore. One that’s worth trying is Britney Spears’ Fantasy perfume, which has a cupcake note. There’s also Billie Eilish’s perfume which is dominated by notes of vanilla, sugar, red berries, and tonka bean. For a pure candy scent, check out Ariana Grande’s Sweet Like Candy perfume, Aquolina Pink Sugar, or Prada Candy.
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