As the name suggests, this isn't just about eliminating sugar from your diet for a week. It's about resetting your relationship with sugar. Why? Because sometimes, our taste buds and minds need a break to truly understand and feel the difference.
By the end of the week, you'll be able to: Spot hidden sugars in foods, learn about different types of sweeteners, re-educate your taste buds, and learn dozens of tips and key insights to help you break free from the sugar cycle!
I'm Dr. Linda Nykin
I'm a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, and I am passionate about helping individuals experience the benefits of integrative and functional medicine, in easy and accessible ways.
I've created this challenge to help you experience the benefit of a nutritional and lifestyle change, with no appointment necessary! Small wins can help us build the momentum to keep going on our health journeys, or get us back on track! Are you up for the challenge?
The cornerstone of many therapeutic diets is the elimination of sugar from the diet (specifically added and processed sugars). And this is often the piece that I see patients struggle with the most!
Excessive sugar consumption has been linked to various negative health effects including metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, impaired gut health, fatty liver disease, and the worsening and development of autoimmune conditions. By making this one dietary change on your own, you're taking a huge step forward to better health.
Awareness is Power!
Today is all about awareness. Many of us go about our daily routines, grabbing our favorite foods without truly understanding what's in them. The first step to resetting our sugar relationship is knowing what we're putting into our bodies.
Today, we focus on hydration. Sometimes, our body mistakes thirst for sugar cravings. And often, sugary beverages are the leading contributors of added sugars in our diets.
Today, we're diving into the wonderful world of fruits, nature's own candy. Fresh fruits are an excellent way to satisfy that sweet tooth without reaching for a processed snack.
Today is all about balance, specifically balanced meals and balancing our blood sugar. A well-balanced meal can prevent those extreme hunger moments when sugar-laden snacks seem most tempting.
Today is all about embracing the power of movement to combat those sugar cravings and keep your metabolism revving.
Today, we're delving deep into naturally derived sugar alternatives, evaluating the pros and cons of each, and addressing some issues with synthetic sweeteners. All to empower you to make informed choices!
You've successfully navigated through an entire week of mindful choices and a newfound relationship with sugar. What an accomplishment! As you stand at this milestone, it's essential to pause and truly take stock of your journey.