Everytime I switch from half and half to heavy cream in my coffee, I lose weight. I crave steak but I am a person who has always needed meat. I recall fighting this craving because meat is evil, right? I tried restricting my meat intake and I felt guilty for desiring it. I craved meat just like I craved carbs. The difference is, getting rid of the meat in my diet did not stop my cravings. My cravings for sweets are now under control.