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Hi I joined this week
Hi I am so looking forward to riding sugar from my lifestyle. I am a guilty chocolate addict...there! I said it. Happy to be part this group. Hope to share some recipes. Best Denise
I'm a bit late ...is this still active?
Hello! Just looking for communities on MFP and have decided to go sugar-free, yeast-free and gluten-free for the next 3 weeks. I did this back in February and had great success (with a few mild breakdowns throughout, of course - haha). Wondering if this group is active or what anyone else is trying now with regards to…
October Challenges?
I'm wondering how people in this group are doing this month, what challenges they've had so far and/or expect for the rest of October? For me, I've stayed pretty good with the no sugary sweets this month, with only a couple of exceptions. Also, I did have alcoholic beverages more times last week than I set out to when I…
we are almost at the end
it's 26th today so we have 5 more days to go (including today) and I think I will try to stick to not adding sugar and avoiding hidden sugars. I feel much better and I have more energy, my skin looks healthier, and I really don't miss added sugar. what about you?
Went to the doctor on Tuesday
It was about 4 months since my last check up. HbA1c blood sugar went down a whole point from 7.2 to 6.2. Blood pressure is lower too. Lost 14lbs on his scale. Left there feeling great about my results, which are difficult to see on a day to day basis. I did this by keeping bread, pasta, and rice to a minimum. Since I don't…
Challenges
I thought I'd post a thread where people can post their challenges for No Sugar September as they arise, and for support. For me, my challenge today is that I'm hosting an event tonight at my house. Usually I would buy snacks including something sweet, but am afraid (or should I say I know) that I will indulge if it's in…
weekend = trouble
yes, it's Friday. So i should be happy the working week is over but... Now i'm going to spend 2 days at home with my family. I love them but they do not share the same eating habits as me. Which means trouble as I will have to cook for them. and they eat chocolate, cookies, cakes etc. I'm not saying they are not supportive…
Help! I'm addicted to Sugar!-- Sweet little video.
Check out this link: Very helpful! http://www.dailybitesblog.com/2013/02/06/addicted-to-sugar-video/
Sugar Addiction is REAL
Great job everyone who has been doing this challenge! I aboslutely think sugar can be addictive. Here are some links: This is a youtube video from Dr. Roger Lustig. It's a long video but worth the watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBnniua6-oM here is a short artcle and video from ny daily…
Is Sugar Toxic...60min
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnEWIwH4oPI I am really needing some reinforcement. I am not doing well on my sugar free September. I thought I would share for those who might need a little help.
