'It's striking!' Michael Mosley's unusual method that gets rid of cravings for good

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Dr Michael Mosley is famous for his weight loss hacks and diet plans that can burn body fat quickly. And when it comes to curbing cravings, the diet guru has a few tricks up his sleeve.

As a self-confessed chocaholic, Dr Mosley revealed how he resists the urge to gorge the sweet treat on a daily basis. He said: "We are a nation of chocoholics, eating around 11kg of chocolate a year - one of the highest rates in the world. "We know that the combination of fat and sugar is bad for us, but we can't resist.

Knowing it's 'bad' may even be part of its allure. "And while discussing the New 5:2 diet during an appearance on Studio 10 in 2019, he explained he simply removes all temptation. READ MORE: Diet: Expert warns against common mistake"I keep it out of the house!" he told the hosts, acknowledging it's easier for him to do so as his wife, GP Clare Mosley, isn't a fan. "My wife has no sweet tooth," he laughed. "She writes all the recipes. "I know it's there but I go sneaking around looking for it and never find it. "Dr Mosley revealed his chocolate cravings strike when he starts to feel hungry. DON'T MISSDiet: 5 myths of Military Diet that could have adverse effects [LATEST]Dr Michael Mosley shares 3 alternatives to help cut down on carbs [ADVICE]Fitness: Best way to warm-up for strength training [HEALTH NEWS]And for those who share his sweet tooth, it can be very difficult to ignore.

Chocolate is rich in compounds that make people feel good when eating it. Too much of it can cause weight gain due to it being high in added sugar.