Sugar Free is the way to go
 

I cut out all refined sugars around 3 weeks ago, and I can already tell it was a great decision. I am down 12 lbs, and feel amazing, sleeping like a baby, and have more energy. I have been keeping a food log on this site and it has helped me a great deal. :p

That's not easy to give up! So, congratulations!

the key is to cut it slowly, so you won't get all crazy after a while and start using it even more! Congrats

cool, dont give up!!! :D

I am just starting a 7 day sugar detox as part of my 30 day NutraChallenge! So far so good. Lots of energy, feeling great, no cravings. I'm drinking lots!

I gave up sugar, bread, pasta, rice.. all refined carbs last August 16, so far ive shed 35kg of my hefty 148kg body....The first few weeks were probably the hardest and i do at times get a bit of a craving, especially if i smell or see some of my old addiction foods, but mostly it hasn't been too difficult to do. My weight loss has slowed down now, and ive had about 3 plateau periods of about 3 weeks each, in that time the scales have fluctuated up and down or stayed the same. I just give myself a few more calories for several days, then go back to it. Im very proud of myself and more to the point, Im feeling healthier in my body. I set myself a first goal of 100kgs, Im just over 13kg off that.....I haven't given myself any time frames at all....and i don't class this as a diet at all but a lifestyle change for the improvement of my health and well being....Be proud of yourselves, any weight loss is a good loss, and don't be hard on yourselves if you make a mistake and slip up......straight away put it behind you and keep going......be positive and don't punish yourselves, love yourselves no matter what.....no matter what ...cheers :)

You would think it would be quite hard to give up sugar, but once your body has got past the craving for it, you'll feel so much better and lighter!

Congrats! Sugar is one of the easiest ways to take in calories, so I bet cutting out refined sugars has also helped you remove unnecessary sources of extra calories. Keep it up.

Sugar is so addictive, so good job cutting it out. It's literally in everything these days. Unfortunately it is considered normal to consume crazy amounts of sugar:( The only sugar in my diet comes from fruit... The first month was super hard when trying to cut down but if you eliminate it completely, the cravings go away 100%.

Congratulations on taking such a hard decision. I've been trying to quite for while but it's a difficult task especially during the first few weeks.

Sugar is not good for you. Minimize as best as possible.

That's amazing. I just did the same and I'm on the start of my journey - I started November 6th.
But congratulations on that massive weight loss. I hope I'll get to be this successfull in a few months :)

Whenever I get a craving for sugar now, I just have a protein shake and it seems to go away. I just have to be strong and walk past the biscuit cupboard to where I keep my protein instead.

i tend not to crave sugar at all, and if i do i would rather have fruit than fake dessert products. i am slightly hypoglycemic so in my early high school years i would end up popping a small box of nerds to prevent from passing out. but then i started working out and eating A LOT more so i rarely have low sugar levels due to everything i eat. (i by no means eat unhealthily)

First time it is too difficult to cut sugar.But after some days,we will start to like with out sugar.

if wou will not eat sugar - it helps you to lose weight

good job keep going

Congrats on cutting out sugar! It can be so difficult, but it is so worth it. Once you get beyond that initial cravings stage (which can be severe or mild depending on your previous sugar consumption), the physiological changes are amazing!

Keto combined with intermittent fasting has proved to be the best solution for me personally. I've been on and off the wagon, but I've determined to stay the course this time and finish the job. Sometimes life can throw us off track, and lead us down the wrong road, or cajole us into losing our will and determination. I've had it happen to me, as emotional trauma can sometimes cloud a person's thinking or blur the path that they were once on. I recently lost my only sibling, who was morbidly obese. Emotionally, its been a struggle. But, having witnessed the decline in his health, and the effects of obesity on him and those around him, its served more as an impetus for me to end the cycle of sugar and obesity.

I hate to take such a hardline approach to eating, but, I've not been very regimented in the past which has led me to where I am now. So, finding satisfying foods that aren't sugary or carb-laden is absolutely key, so I won't fall off the wagon again. So, working on a 16-8 IF schedule; with an occasional extended fast, and then Keto eating plan for the 8 hour time frame, I'm feeling pretty good. Had an avocado with two poached eggs this morning---which is enough fuel to last for quite a few hours. Plopping a TBS of butter in my morning coffee is a great beginning, so I don't get too hungry and eat things I shouldn't.

Best wishes with your journeys in cutting out sugar....its worth it!

Sugar free diet
 

You can reduce a lose a lot weight by cutting sugar from your daily diet and an hour of exercise.Too much sugar isn't good for your dental health as well.

Easier said than done, so kudos to you for keeping it up! Man, if only I don't have a sweet tooth.

5 Easy Ways to Go Sugar-Free
 

My weight loss has slowed down now, and ive had about 3 plateau periods of about 3 weeks each, in that time the scales have fluctuated up and down or stayed the same. I just give myself a few more calories for several days, then go back to it.

Is it actually ok to start taking pills instead of real sugar? I`m a little bit scared :(

:) great)

confused about sugar!
 

when I chart my food intake on FitDay.com I'm thinking the site is referring to Sugar as Alcohol, but I'm not sure if that what's happening. Alcohol sugar and Sugar are not the same thing. How do I know what it's referring to her and how many mg of sugar should you have in a low or no sugar diet? Thanks-Need Help!

Going sugar free is actually one of the best decision unfortunately for me I love sugary items. I have a friend who did the same thing where she stopped all sugar items and lost crazy weight since she was 290 pounds and now she is 180 pounds. She is really energetic and sleeps like a baby. I have planned to stop all sugar items in the future to help maintain myself as well. Hope this method works for me too :rolleyes:

It was also my decision to stop eating sugar, and so far I don't regret it. Sugar was the reason I was overweight, but it takes willpower. It was hard for me to keep it down for the first two weeks.

Avoiding sugar has the following benefits-

• improves skin
• keeps the energy level high
• prevents a number of health issues in people

One can try alternatives to sugar such as honey, coconut sugar etc.

Never eat processed sugar. Always try to consume sugar in natural form such as fruits, honey, maple syrup, corn sugar etc.

How can I do it? I can't do it without sweets.

Less Sugar Contains Fruits:

Strawberries - 1 Cup(7g)
Avocado - 1(1/2g)
Guava - 1(5g)
Raspberries - 1(5g)
Papaya - Half(6g)

While avoiding sugar or having a low sugar diet. Things you must try- go for a walk, serving of fruits, vegetables, portions of dairy products, soaked almonds boosts healthy blood circulation and aids natural detoxification of body toxins. Last but not the least, don’t forget to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels using a glucose meter.

Berries are my go to snack. Delicious and as you point out very low in sugar

In moderation sugar alcohols make things taste the same to me. Too much sugar alcohols are good for us either. I find eliminating sugar reduces cravings and I don’t think twice about it. My snacks are berries, nuts, cheese..