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From
Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About Healthy Monday Editor
Sugar appeals to our taste buds, but can wreak havoc on our bodies in ways that we may not realize. Consuming too much sugar can put us at risk of diseases like Diabetes, and can affect our moods and other aspects of overall wellness, too. Learn more about your sugar risk, find out how much you should be consuming, and gain some tips on how to reduce your sugar intake. This week, make a commitment to learn about sugar and cut down.
-Elizabeth Scott
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Fructose: Sweet But Dangerous
What is fructose, and how much is too much? Learn more about this form of sugar, and how it affects your health.
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How Much Sugar Can I Eat a Day?
It's hard to know where to draw the line on your sugar intake. If you're not looking to go completely sugar-free, here are some guidelines on how to know how much sugar is a healthy amount.
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Your Tips for Fighting Sugar Cravings
It's a good idea to plan on eating less sugar, but one sugar craving can destroy your best-laid plans. Well, now it's time to have a new plan of attack! Be prepared to handle your sugar cravings, and you'll be able to stay strong and stick to healthier eating.
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Low-Sugar Recipes
Here is a collection of low-carb and sugar-free recipes that can get you started with low-sugar eating. They are all taste-tested and include nutritional information. (They are also gluten-free and wheat-free!)
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