Healthy Sweet Cravings  Susan Bowerman, MS, RD, CSSD  Most of us
have those moments when we crave something sweet, and one of the
most common suggestions you'll hear is to reach for a piece of
fruit. It's a great strategy, and the natural sweetness of
delicious fresh fruit often can satisfy your sweet tooth. But
let's face it; sometimes you just want something more. When that
happens, I think it helps to determine what you're after,
because there's usually more to it than simply "something
sweet." Think about texture, too— whether you want smooth and
creamy, hard and crunchy, or soft and chewy. That way, you'll be
better able to satisfy your craving without doing too much
damage to your diet.   • If it's cold and creamy you're craving,
look for fat-free ice cream, sorbet or portion-controlled low-
fat ice cream bars or ice cream sandwiches. Keep some half cup-
sized custard cups at home so you can portion out your sorbet or
fat-free ice cream. You can find plenty of options in the
freezer for around 100 calorie