Given the modern global lifestyle that we live in these days, we always, whether consciously or unconsciously, consume large amounts of sugar every day. Sugar is present, not only in obviously unhealthy foods and drinks, but also in so-called healthy alternatives like fruit juices. It’s a vicious cycle of nightmares with calories that are nearly impossible to escape…so you really need to pay attention and stick to what you’re eating.
Did you know that excessive consumption of sugar is not only addictive, it can also be dangerous for your body? It can lead to many serious health problems including obesity, diabetes, heart disease and tooth decay.
Giving up sugar isn’t that easy…especially if you’ve had a sweet habit your whole life. You will have to put up with a fleeting phase of side effects and mood swings, insomnia, depression, etc. But once you get past this stage, you will realize that the benefits are worth it. We suggest lowering your sugar slowly in small doses rather than all at once so that your body can’t handle a sudden shock before you can reap the benefits of this positive lifestyle change.
Once you cut that unwanted sugar from your life, here are a bunch of positive changes you can expect
1. Helps to lose excess weight
Once you cut back on sugar, cravings decrease as well as lowering your overall calorie intake. Moreover, it is not news in any case that sugar by itself contains a huge amount of calories. On average, most people consume about 20 teaspoons of added sugar per day, either directly in food and drinks or through added sugar in packaged foods. Cutting back on this added sugar can easily help you shed unwanted fat, lose a good 2-3 kilos weight and also slim down a few inches. Now that wouldn’t be so nice!
2. Reduces the risk of heart disease
Excessive consumption of sugar is very harmful to your heart. It chronically raises insulin levels, which can lead to increased blood pressure and heart rate.
3. Fights acne
Did you know that a sugary diet is one of the primary contributors to your acne problems?
Even that soda and so-called fruit juice that you love so much doesn’t offer you any benefits. So just cut that sugary junk out of your life. We know it’s tough, but think of this clear, acne-free skin and hold your own.
4. Reduces signs of aging
Are wrinkles and pigmentation really starting to haunt you in your twenties? There is only one reason to blame… all that sugar in your diet. Sugar causes sugar, a distortion of the collagen and elastin in your skin. This collagen and elastin is what makes your skin look youthful. By reducing your sugar intake, you can automatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and any age-related pigmentation.
5. Fights depression
People often associate sugary foods with happiness and indulge in them for instant surges of energy. It’s true that sugar gives you an instant rush, but it’s not exactly a healthy way to get things done. Once your body gets used to a pattern like this, sudden sugar deprivation can be very difficult and often leads to depression. However, if you can maintain this sugar-free phase, your body will eventually overcome the shock and learn to stabilize without the help of any additional sugar supplementation. This is definitely a tougher path but a surefire way to beat this depression.
6- It reduces the risk of diabetes
Eating foods rich in calories is known to increase the accumulation of fat in the body, which in turn affects the level of insulin in your body. Insulin resistance in your body affects the functioning of your liver and pancreas and thus leads to type 2 diabetes. Giving up sugar gives the body’s natural detox systems a chance to do their work. It’s simply not worth risking your health for a few moments of indulgence, so it’s time to cut back on that sugar for good.
7. Helps you remember better
One of the biggest drawbacks of excess sugar consumption is that it causes brain fog. It damages brain cells and in turn affects your ability to remember things. So the next time you’re tempted to indulge in a box of donuts, remind yourself that you’re better off without it!
8. Reduces insomnia and improves sleep patterns
Have you noticed how these sugary midnight snacks keep you from getting a good night’s sleep? Sugar is known to be one of the biggest contributors to insomnia because it keeps you away from fatigue and replaces it with instant energy that will keep you up all night long. However, this does not change the fact that your body needs eight hours of rest, and sooner or later this sleep deprivation will manifest itself in dangerous ways. A crash from a sugar high will leave you with a midday slump and a need for a nap. Eliminating extra sugar from your life will help restore balance in your sleep cycle – you’ll get a good night’s sleep and be awake and energized in the morning…just like you’re supposed to be!
9. Improves oral health
Sugary foods cause tooth decay and tooth decay… This is something you’ve been studying since you were little. Reducing sugar helps you keep your mouth healthy and also helps prevent bad breath caused by tooth decay.
10. Helps beat mood swings
We all get cocky sometimes but an instant sugar rush isn’t a solution to the problem. In fact, it only adds to the problem by conditioning your body into this bad habit. Studies show that people who eat a diet rich in added sugars and refined grains are more likely to be stressed, anxious, and moody. Once you cut back on sugar, it may take a while to get over these withdrawal symptoms, but in the end, you’ll be so much better.
If you decide to live a healthier lifestyle by quitting sugar, you will soon learn about the health benefits and realize why it was the best decision ever. Now that you’re ready for the slight correction before the blissful bliss, we really hope you stay on the right track and go to the end.
about the author
nutritionist Shaimaa Ali
is a-freelance journalist specializing in health and fitness as well as nutritionist certified from mansoura university on Egypt
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