What are some ways to tame a sweet tooth?

Other than the obvious solution of exercising will power, what are some ways to curb the craving for sweets? It seems the only thing that works for me is going "cold turkey" and avoiding all sweets all the time. I'm one of those people who can't eat just one cookie or one spoonful of ice cream. I'm not obese, but I'd like to eat healthier and be able to enjoy an occasional treat like many other people do.

What are some ways to tame a sweet tooth?
There are a few things that I do.





1) do not buy anything sweet...it's it's not right there, you won't eat it





2) add some lemon to your water to sweeten it





3) If I REALLY crave something sweet, I drink a cup of speramint tea (you can the tea bags at any supermarket ... just do NOT add any milk or sugar to it). The taste of the tea sort of tricks me into thinking I am having something sugary. ( I normally have a cup of it everyday in the afternoon to curb my mid-afternoon cravings)








Hope this helps !
Reply:I found the BEST alternative..... Redi whip!! (in the can) they have a chocolate flavor and its only 15 calories.... 2 spoonfuls of that and my chocolate craving is gone and I don't feel guilty cause there is only 15 calories and NO FAT!!!!!!!! CHA CHING!
Reply:I keep asking myself the same question. Mainly everytime you want something sweet pick up a pear, or a strawberry any fruit really and dig in. I cut it up and take my time eating it so I get fuller faster.
Reply:me either. Im doing slimming world at the moment and the lack of chocolate is agony. The only thing i suggest is your favourite fruits. When i fancy something sweet i try and make a fruit salad, or just grab a banana or strawberries. And if im really weak i reach for the sugar free polos!!! I dont have any really damaging good stuff in the house as my willpower is attrociously low!
Reply:I figured that sooner or later I have to stop anyway. So, I'll have two pieces to get the good flavor and feeling and then stop.