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Welcome to all with a sweet tooth (you know who you are)! Since spring is the perfect time to start thinking about healthy eating, we got the 411 on sugar from nutritional coach and eco-foodie Julie Audette!
How much sugar can be bad for one’s health?
“When we’re swamped with work and have too many social engagements, we have a tendency to eat anything that’s on hand. But shortcuts always have consequences! It’s hard to say how much sugar is bad for you. The body is our natural barometer, and it is always right. If it responds negatively with various symptoms, it’s time to react. But don’t wait too long! Take matters into your hands before you even start feeling the effects.”
Why ration?
“It’s a question of overall health. Sugar is a cause of many degenerative diseases. Also, did you know that cancerous cells feed off of sugar? That it creates a dependency far greater than cocaine? [According to Passeport Santé (French only), in large amounts, sugar stimulates the same parts of the brain as drugs; those associated with gain and pleasure.] That a simple sugar cube weakens your immune system’s defences for four hours?”
How does one know if they consume too much sugar?
“From various physical symptoms: frequent headaches, digestive problems, gradual weight gain, for example, but also if you are nervous, stressed or on-edge. Signs of hypoglycaemia often represent the start of the problem, which can then lead to a risk of diabetes.”
What type of sugar should one avoid?
“Processed foods contain too much sugar, as well as high levels of sodium. Some people don’t eat enough, or don’t eat a balanced diet. Some people have a tendency to consume too much sugar, and the brain thus associates sugar with energy (which, in this instance, only lasts a few minutes). A balanced diet allows the body to transform food into glucose for the brain. And this comes from real foods: fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, nuts and good oils. ”
Here are three healthy tips to reduce your daily sugar intake:
1) Drink a smoothie every morning. Since this nutritious drink leaves you feeling satiated, sugar cravings are considerably diminished. Try this smoothie recipe in order to alkalinize your system (since illnesses tend to develop in an acidic environment).
2) Drink plenty of water. Water regulates your appetite. Sometimes we think that we’re hungry, but we’re merely thirsty. Drink it at room temperature to minimize the efforts needed for your body to assimilate it.
3) Combine fruits and veggies with a source of fat or protein. This way, you stabilize your sugar intake and stay feeling full for longer. So have your apple with a handful of almonds, or even a slice of cheese with your celery.
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You're absolutely right: moderation is key. And that's what the article is advocating. The idea isn't too completely eliminate sugar from one's diet, but to limit its consumption.
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I agree with ladyaurora. Moderation is the important thing. Obviously gorging on sugar is bad for you. Anything in too high of amounts can kill you (even water), but a little bit of sugar won't and it may keep you healthier if getting your sugar fix helps you be less stressed (as stress can cause all sorts of health issues). Besides, you could eat extremely healthy and not drink, basically live a boring life doing all these things that are supposed to make you healthier, and still get hit by a car tomorrow and die. You need to live your life and enjoy things within reason. Too bad so many people (myself included) tend to eat too much sugar. -
Yes, I drink too much coffee w/ sugar in it. Thanks for the kick-in-the-butt... Will try something different, like the smoothie recipe (from link provided). Thanks again, for the wake-up call. Feeling like crap lately...-
Let us know if you start feeling better post-smoothie!
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allison
February 13, 2012 at 7:40 amI find I consume alot of sugar which is because I am on a diet and I eat alot of fruits such as berries.. Is natural sugar something to worry about? -
allison
February 13, 2012 at 7:40 amI find I consume alot of sugar which is because I am on a diet and I eat alot of fruits such as berries.. Is natural sugar something to worry about? -
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I drink a lot of coke, in which there is alot of sugar in one bottle. The 2litre ones. And there is cafferine in them to. So there are two things that is bad for the body. So how do you stop this sugar trap, and the caffering at the same time. I would love to know.
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"Moderation is key, says [Elizabeth] Platz. As part of a balanced diet, sugar, salt, milk, coffee, tea, meat, and chocolate?the foods the ?Update? [a hoax email which indicates that cancer "feeds" on sugar] calls into question?are all safe choices, she says. The real concern with many of these, particularly sugar, is that it adds calories to a diet and can lead to obesity, and obesity is a major risk factor for cancer."
Granted the above was updated a year ago, but I don't see why you are demonising sugar. Everything in moderation, right? And know what you are putting in your mouth.