THE BENEFITS OF REDUCING THE DAILY SUGAR INTAKE
Kicking the sugar habit is no easy task! But if you’re considering giving it a try, here’s some inspiration to help you succeed.
A little of the sweet stuff is okay; the recommended amount of added sugar per day is 6 teaspoons for women and 9 teaspoons for men. A can of soda has approximately 8 teaspoons!!!
There is one thing you should know : don’t confuse with unprocessed foods that contain natural sugar, like fruits and vegetables. Unlike added sugar, natural sugar is highly recommended.
If you are reading this article, it’s because you took the decision to reduce your sugar intake in order to enhance your health. GREAT CHOICE !
So here are some of the benefits of kicking the sugar habit ?
You’ll feel more energized
If you don’t know, added sugars are simple carbohydrates. That means they’re digested fast and enter your bloodstream rapidly, providing that little energy that you feel. Once that shot of sugar is metabolized, you’ll instantly feel tired.
When you need fuel, eat food that is low in sugar yet high in protein and good fats, like almonds. They take much more time to digest, and will give the energy you need which will last longer.
You’ll lower your risk of obesity
There is a relation between weight gain and sugar consumption. Here are some numbers: sugar has 16 calories per teaspoon, which may not sound like a big deal. But bearing in mind how much extra sugar is loaded into tons of foodstuffs, eating sweetened foods can definitely add hundreds of calories to your diet—calories that you may not need and may end up as dangerous fat around your middle.
You will improve your heart health
A healthy heart helps you power through your day. But the more added sugar in your diet, the higher your risk of dying of heart disease, even if your weight is in a healthy range.
Your skin will look younger
Studies suggest that the amount of sugar in the blood (which is affected by how much sugar you eat) sets up a molecular domino effect called glycation, which ultimately leaves skin less firm and elastic. Cutting your sugar consumption can decrease visible signs of aging.
So at the end you saw that if you reduce your added sugar intake per day, your overall health will improve strongly! Take care of what you eat. Always read the ingredient list!! You have to know what you are putting in your mouth.