Sugar goal too low?

GuybrushThreepw00d

I keep going over my sugar goal, it's set to 36g... (diary open)

What does everyone else have theirs set to?

MyPaperBleedsInk

Mine is set at 35g.
Your diary is open, but doesn't display your sugar intake.
I would suggest viewing which foods are bringing you the most sugar, and either cut back or substitute. And before you even purchase food why not see if there's a similar item with less sugar? If I have time I'll usually do comparisons.

_stephanie0

i took the option of tracking sugar out.

if i have sweet potato and one apple thats already over my daily limit. nevermind the natural sugars in veggies.

as long as my sugars dont come from twinkies i think im doing alright

californiagirl2012

I keep going over my sugar goal, it's set to 36g... (diary open)

What does everyone else have theirs set to?

I had to pretty much cut out sugar except what is naturally in foods like fruit and since I don't eat much processed foods I seem to find this easier to keep in control. I had to stop sugar because of diabetes running in the family and adrenal fatigue, so I use stevia as a sweetener. I eat desserts or cookies only as a rare treat.

I noticed that a side benefit from the cutting of sugar from my diet is that it seems easier to stay within my calorie budget.

I don't look at sugar specifically but I know my carbs are lower than most people and my protein tends to be higher and it seems to work well for me.

All that matters for weight loss is a total calorie deficit. Macros don't matter for weight loss. But it seems easier for people to keep within their calorie budget if they keep a close eye and limit carbs somewhat.

UpEarly

I don't bother tracking sugar. It didn't make a difference in my weight loss, and I actually like the fast-access energy I get from sugar. Sugar and fat are actually my fuel of choice before a long hike or bike ride.

californiagirl2012

I don't bother tracking sugar. It didn't make a difference in my weight loss, and I actually like the fast-access energy I get from sugar. Sugar and fat are actually my fuel of choice before a long hike or bike ride.

My husband and I are backpackers and we just did some research on what is best to eat on high elevation hikes: Both simple and complex carbs.

GuybrushThreepw00d

Mine is set at 35g.
Your diary is open, but doesn't display your sugar intake.
I would suggest viewing which foods are bringing you the most sugar, and either cut back or substitute. And before you even purchase food why not see if there's a similar item with less sugar? If I have time I'll usually do comparisons.

I swapped fibre in for sugar. I've come to the (perhaps premature) conclusion that i don't care about sugar content. The vast majority of my sugar comes from fruit and fruit smoothies.... Not cakes and cookies etc.

As much as it might be nice to cut back on this sugar, i want to continue to eat a relatively balanced diet. To me, this means high protein, low carb whilst still maintaining a healthy level of fruit and veggies.

UpEarly

I don't bother tracking sugar. It didn't make a difference in my weight loss, and I actually like the fast-access energy I get from sugar. Sugar and fat are actually my fuel of choice before a long hike or bike ride.

My husband and I are backpackers and we just did some research on what is best to eat on high elevation hikes: Both simple and complex carbs.

I'm a backpacker, too! I usually do complex carbs (like oatmeal) and fat (cheese and peanut butter) in the morning . As I'm hiking during the course of the day, I snack on candy, dried fruit, etc - simple carbs with more sugar. It keeps me trucking, especially when I have tough uphill.

I forgot which journal it is, but someone did research on hikers, and found performance and mood greatly increased by a higher sugar intake.

I love that hiking/backpacking afford me more treats! haha