Summary of PodcastOne: Dr. Gundry’s Quick Health Tip: How to Break Your SUGAR Addiction:
Dr. Gundry shares tips on how to kick sugar addiction in four easy steps as the average American eats 153 lbs of sugar each year. Sugar is hidden in almost all foods and is addictive. By minimizing sugar in our diets, it can help add years to our lives and help in shedding weight.
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How to Kick Your Sugar Addiction in 4 Easy Steps
Sugar addiction is real, and it’s a problem that many Americans face today. The average American consumes 153 lbs of sugar per year – that’s a lot of sugar! And it’s not just in candy and sweets. Sugar is hidden in almost all of our foods, from ketchup to breakfast cereals. The good news is that there are ways to kick your sugar addiction in just four easy steps.
Step One: Identify the Signs of Sugar Addiction
The first step in breaking your sugar addiction is to identify the signs of addiction. These may include craving sugar throughout the day, feeling irritable or anxious when you don’t have sugar, and experiencing energy crashes in the afternoon. If you’re nodding your head in agreement, it’s likely you’re addicted to sugar.
Step Two: Remove Sugar from Your Diet
To kick your sugar addiction, you need to remove sugar from your diet. This may seem like a daunting task, but the key is to start by removing the obvious sugars in your diet, such as candy, soda, and desserts. You’ll also want to check food labels for hidden sugars, such as high fructose corn syrup or cane sugar. Replace sugary foods with healthier options, such as fresh fruits or nuts.
Step Three: Consume More Protein and Fiber
Protein and fiber can help keep you feeling full longer and reduce your cravings for sugar. Incorporate protein and fiber-rich foods into your diet, such as eggs, turkey, chicken, black beans, and almonds. These foods can also help stabilize your blood sugar levels, reducing your risk for energy crashes and sugar cravings.
Step Four: Stay Hydrated and Get Enough Sleep
Drinking water throughout the day can also help reduce your sugar cravings. Often, we mistake hunger or thirst for sugar cravings, when in reality, we’re dehydrated. Sipping water throughout the day can help keep you feeling full and satisfied. Additionally, getting enough sleep is crucial in reducing sugar cravings. When you’re tired, your body naturally craves sugar for a quick energy boost. Aim to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night to reduce your risk of sugar cravings.
Bottom Line
Kicking your sugar addiction may seem like a daunting task, but with these four easy steps, anyone can do it. By identifying the signs of sugar addiction, removing sugar from your diet, consuming more protein and fiber, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep, you can reduce your cravings for sugar and improve your overall health. Remember, reducing sugar in your diet can add years to your life while shedding weight. So what are you waiting for? Kick your sugar addiction today!
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