Eliminate Excess Sugar From The Body
Sugar is found almost everywhere, from dairy products to canned condiments. If you want to get rid of excess sugar from your body, you need to do more than just forget about sweets.
The abuse of sugar (sucrose) in the diet can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer, particularly breast.
It can also induce depressive states, anxiety, and some cognitive disorders. If you think you are too dependent on sweet foods and want to change this habit, start detoxifying yourself by trying to eliminate sugar from your diet for a while.
In addition to changing your eating habits, exercising every day will help you a lot. Sport helps burn excess sugar in the blood.
If your body is overloaded with sucrose, you will experience symptoms such as hyperactivity, chronic fatigue, tendency to infections, headaches, depression, colds, sinusitis, sleepiness, mental disorientation, and so on.
The relationship between sugar and weight gain
Fat isn’t the only explanation for being overweight. Carbohydrates also play their part. Sugar, which is hidden in many consumer food products, is often ingested unknowingly: fruit juices, breakfast cereals, salad dressings, yogurt and much more.
Some sugars are used by the body in the form of energy, while the rest is stored in the form of fat. In this sense, there is a strong difference between refined and natural sugars.
For example, refined sugars tend to raise your blood sugar level and over time cause fat to deposit on your stomach, hips and thighs.
Artificial sweeteners
In the period in which it has been decided to eliminate excess sugar from the body, it may come to mind to replace it with artificial sweeteners; however, this could be counterproductive.
In fact, sweeteners can be a short-term solution when trying to eliminate sugar. However, they may promote weight gain and cause metabolic changes that favor the onset of type 2 diabetes.
Diet with natural foods
A good way to detox and eliminate sugar is to commit to a diet based on natural foods, that is, anything that is not packaged, canned or bottled. Opt for: fresh vegetables, fruits, lean meats, fish, nuts, seeds and healthy fats, such as avocado and olive oil.
It is also important to underline how important it is to consume proteins, as they keep you full and curb the uncontrolled craving for food.
Choose the “good” carbohydrates
To detoxify from sugars it is not necessary to eliminate all carbohydrates, just choose the right ones.
Eliminate sources of refined carbohydrates such as: white bread, pasta, baked goods and sodas. Instead, opt for carbohydrates from vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, green leafy vegetables, eggplant, artichokes and peppers.
For best results, avoid consuming grains, beans and other starchy foods, such as potatoes, during the detox period.
How to get rid of sugar and replace it
If you have made the decision to detox from sugars, be prepared for withdrawal symptoms such as: sadness, headache, weakness, sudden craving for sweets, etc.
The secret is to gradually eliminate sugary foods from the diet, that is, one product at a time. You will likely feel intense discomfort in the first few days, which will disappear after a short time.
If anxiety is very high, try eating a piece of fruit, such as a slice of apple or orange.
Diet plan to reduce sugar consumption
1st day
Breakfast: a cup of oatmeal with berries and almonds. Two boiled eggs.
Mid-morning snack: a handful of nuts.
Lunch: Grilled chicken breast accompanied by pumpkin, beetroot, carrots, turnips, beans and almonds.
Dinner: grilled fish, a plate of green beans and broccoli. You can add some mushrooms.
2nd day
Breakfast: a cup of oatmeal with berries and seeds. A plate of spinach and carrots
Mid-morning snack: a handful of almonds.
Lunch: Grilled vegetables such as courgettes and red and yellow peppers, dressed with lemon, vinegar and thyme. A green and red cabbage salad with grated carrot, dressed with olive oil, lemon, salt and chopped parsley.
Dinner: Steamed green vegetables, baked cod with Brussels sprouts and roasted turnips.
3rd day
Breakfast: two scrambled eggs with shrimp and coleslaw, radishes and dried fruit.
Mid-morning snack: a handful of nuts.
Lunch: Roasted chicken legs with rosemary, sage, lemon, onion, thyme and black olives.
Dinner: Mushroom soup with garlic, onion, celery, thyme, carrots and bay leaves.
What can you drink instead of sugary drinks
Detox water
Prepare your detox water with one of these fruits : grapefruit, blueberries, strawberries or oranges. Cut the fruit and place it in a jar. Add fresh rosemary or mint and fill the bowl with ice and water. Drink it every day
Herbal teas
Consume sugar-free herbal tea three times a day.
Conclusion
This meal plan is very effective in reducing cravings for sucrose and eliminating sugar from your diet while leaving your addiction to sweet foods behind. Unleash all your willpower and determination and you will be well on your way.
