| It's a shame processed sugars are so tasty, as they might just be the single worst addition to any diet. In fact, according to this article, dessert can be more dangerous than alcohol: "Which Is Worse: Dessert or Alcohol?" A moderate indulgence in either one is fine, of course, but if you find yourself getting strong sugar cravings, overindulging, and feeling the negative effects on your energy level, you should look into some strategies to reduce your sugar intake. For that, check out "Want to eat less sugar? Try this instead of quitting cold turkey." Breaking the habit is tricky, as sugar is quite literally addictive. You can make the transition easier by doing 2 things: Tapering off your intake and adding in nourishing alternatives. "The idea is to slowly reduce it, then you won't miss it as much." Says nutritionist Jayne Williams. Then, try adding fruits like lemon or strawberry into your water for a small dose of unprocessed sugar. Drinking more water provides an increased feeling of fullness, making it easier to fight the urge to snack. Low sugar diets don't mean you need to give up dessert. There are plenty of options to choose from, as you can see in "15 Healthy Desserts for Runners." If you find yourself getting too hungry between meals, an energy bar can tide you over, but many are very high in processed sugar. For a list of (mostly) low sugar options/nutrition, check out www.6AMRun.com
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