Sugar creates an addictive cycle of hunger, fatigue, and moodiness. It initially spikes blood sugar, causing us to feel energized and happy. But since their is no real nutrients in sugar our blood sugar quickly drops, leaving us tired, moody, and craving more. Sugar causes excess storage of fat. It triggers the body to produce insulin, which tells fat cells to store more. It also causes inflammation which is seen as a precursor to chronic disease such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Sugar is highly addictive and overtime can be extremely toxic to the body. Research has shown that giving up refined sugars for 5 days can dramatically reduce the body's dependence on sugar. That includes processed foods, condiments, candy baked goods, sweetened beverages and fruit juices. All of which are loaded with artificial sweeteners. The cravings will be the strongest during those first five days. These foods will help reduce cravings.


 Foods that are high in protein, fat, and fiber will help your body fight off sugar cravings. These foods are highly satisfying and keep the feeling full for longer. Good fats like omega 3's will provide you with satiety and help reduce cholesterol levels. Good options would be eggs, nuts, avocados, olive oil, humus, wild salmon, or antibiotic free chicken. Another good option is to choose green leafy vegetables over bread, pasta, and refined carbohydrates. Breads are quickly converted to sugars thus creating the same cycle. Vegetables and complex carbohydrates, which keep you feeling full for hours and helps control your blood sugar levels. Arugula and kale are great for detoxing from sugar. Pure dark chocolate (100% cacao) can also help you get off sugar by releasing endorphins without spiking your sugar. Another very important step to flushing access sugar  out of your body is drinking lots of water. Drinking plenty of water will help you feel full and also flush out sugar which can cause you to retain extra water (water weight). Its important to understand the harmful effects of sugar, and take the necessary steps to break this addictive cycle.

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