This time of year, when there are ghosts and goblins are trick-or-treating, the sugar monster is hiding everywhere. Whether you are at home surrounded by your kids’ collection of candy or at the office trying to avoid seasonal treats, sugary snacks are ever-present around Halloween. While your favorite treat might taste great, it’s probably not … Read more
Sugar cravings are bound to appear whenever you consume sugar. In a recent survey, 99% of Americans reported eating something when they weren’t hungry. And though it seems that women are more likely to crave fatty and sweet foods than men, the truth is that a sugar craving can affect anyone, regardless of gender, and … Read more
Sugar is everywhere, and it’s a very popular ingredient in everyday food. Consuming calories in sugar may be something you haven’t thought about much before. When it comes to weight loss, understanding more about foods that contain sugar may help you overcome some of your biggest challenges. Below is a complete guide to how many … Read more
When Arianne Perry, the co-founder of Sweet Defeat, invited me to participate in a 21 day Sugar Detox, my initial thought was, “That’s impossible… I will never be able to quit sugar.” But I said “yes” anyway. I experienced some tough moments and surprising victories during the three-week detox, and I learned a lot about … Read more
You’ve just finished a meal and you start craving something sweet almost instantaneously. Or, perhaps you sneak a spoonful of ice cream and immediately have an overwhelming urge to eat more. It’s no secret that eating sugar leads to more sugar cravings. That’s why more people are turning to Gymnema sylvestre. This natural remedy can … Read more
As part of living a healthy lifestyle, it is important to understand that sugar can have varying effects on the body. Sugar can be used by your body, mind and muscles for quick energy; however, the standard adult diet tends to include way too much sugar. And, as we all know, cutting out sugar can … Read more
Since January 2020, superstar Jennifer Lopez’s 10-day no sugar, no carb challenge has been turning heads. Many people have looked to this diet as a way to reset their bodies and jump start their fitness. If you’ve thought about doing JLo’s 10-day challenge and want to learn more, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve … Read more