Woman eating chocolate. While it may not seem like the ideal time to tuck into something sweet or starchy, late night cravings for sweet treats and carbs are actually very common. Speaking with Diabetes UK,..." /> Woman eating chocolate. While it may not seem like the ideal time to tuck into something sweet or starchy, late night cravings for sweet treats and carbs are actually very common. Speaking with Diabetes UK,..." /> Woman eating chocolate. While it may not seem like the ideal time to tuck into something sweet or starchy, late night cravings for sweet treats and carbs are actually very common. Speaking with Diabetes UK,..." />
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Why You Want A Sweet Treat Late At Night – And How To Curb Cravings

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25.03.2025

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While it may not seem like the ideal time to tuck into something sweet or starchy, late night cravings for sweet treats and carbs are actually very common.

Speaking with Diabetes UK, psychologist Dr Jen Nash says: “Craving sweet food has become a socially acceptable smokescreen for a desire for ‘sweetness’ in other forms, whether it’s stress relief, comfort, reward, overcoming tiredness, or prolonging a celebration.

“It’s important to note that it’s not ‘bad’ to crave sugar and it shouldn’t be something you should feel guilty about – cravings are natural and most of us deal with them at some........

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