THE EFFECTS OF SUGAR AND HOW TO CONTROL CRAVINGS McKenzi Wellness Intern Types of Sugar Natural Glucose Fructose Sucrose Agave nectar Raw honey Pure maple syrup Artificial Saccharin Sweet N Low ID: 767521
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THE EFFECTS OF SUGAR AND HOW TO CONTROL CRAVINGS McKenzi, Wellness Intern
Types of SugarNaturalGlucoseFructose SucroseAgave nectarRaw honeyPure maple syrupArtificial Saccharin (Sweet ‘N Low)Aspartame (Equal)Sucralose (Splenda)Stevia
Tips to Identify Sugars
What are Sugar Alcohols? Sweet tasting carbohydrates Partially resistant to digestion May cause bloating and upset stomach Still contain calories Examples: XylitolErythritolSorbitolMaltitol
Sweeteners And Baking
The Effects of Too Much Sugar Releases dopamine Raises blood sugar levelsWorsens joint pain Leads to insulin resistance Adds stress to your heart Causes kidney failure Metabolic Diseases
How Much is Too Much? Limit intake to less than 10% of your daily calorie intake.
Which Sugars Are Added Sugars? ADDED SUGARS: AgaveSucroseGlucoseFructoseBrown sugar Corn syrup High-fructose corn syrup Honey Maple syrupMolassesNOT ADDED SUGARS:Low-calorie sweetenersAspartameSaccharinSucraloseSteviaSugar alcoholsXylitolErythritolSorbitolMaltitol
Some Foods with Hidden SugarsPasta SaucesMany have 6-12 grams of sugar per half cupGranola Bars 8-12 grams per servingYogurt17-33 grams per servingSalad Dressing 5-7 grams in 2 tablespoonsCereal10-20 grams per cupCanned FruitFruit in heavy syrup can add over 10 grams sugar compared to no sugar added
What Causes Sugar Cravings?
Tips to Overcome Cravings Drink water Go for a walkTake a hot shower Plan your meals Reduce stress Get enough sleep Read over a reason listEat regularlyChew some gum
Try This Instead Fresh fruitNut butterVegetablesProtein barGreek yogurt Hot coffee or teaCottage cheeseNuts and seedsDark chocolateWhole grains
Any Questions?