MICRO-HABITS FOR HEALTH

Daily Wellness Challenge — Ditch the Sugar

If you’ve clicked this link, it’s because you see the benefits of limiting or eliminating sugar from your diet. Good for you! Let me explain why this choice is beneficial.

Dangers of sugar

• Highly addictive, some scientists say it’s poison.
• No nutritional value, we’re consuming empty calories.
• A high glycemic index quickly increases blood glucose, can lead to insulin resistance.
• Contributes to Diabetes, Cancer, Heart Disease, Alzheimer’s, Obesity.
• Alters our ability to feel full so we overeat.

How to reduce sugar intake

• Eat less processed food, read labels.
• Eliminate pop, juice, energy drinks, sweets.
• Limit condiments, dressings, syrups, sauces.
• Home-cook your meals.
• Avoid foods labeled low-fat, they contain extra sugar.
• Use healthy alternatives (honey, maple syrup, stevia).

Make one of these changes today. You won’t regret it.