{"id":5000,"date":"2021-09-09T01:00:32","date_gmt":"2021-09-09T01:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/?p=5000"},"modified":"2021-09-09T18:37:23","modified_gmt":"2021-09-09T18:37:23","slug":"low-sugar-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/low-sugar-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Low Sugar Diet: How To Eat Less Sugar and Avoid Hidden Sugar"},"content":{"rendered":"
You know that sweets and drinks containing added sugar aren't the healthiest options, but you may be wondering how to adopt a low-sugar diet without feeling deprived.<\/p>\n
If you're used to eating a lot of added sugar, don't be too hard on yourself if you struggle to follow a low-sugar diet the first time you try.<\/p>\n
As with other addictive substances, it may take several tries before you achieve success.<\/p>\n
Make simple changes until you reach a goal of 24 grams (or less) of added sugar per day.<\/p>\n
If you're following a lower-calorie diet, you may want to limit added sugar intake even more.<\/p>\n
While eliminating added sugar entirely is difficult, keep your intake low as you can and if you have a cheat day every now and then, it's OK!<\/p>\n
Achieving a low-sugar diet is entirely possible with the right knowledge, mindset, and healthy eating strategies in place.<\/p>\n
Small diet changes can produce dramatic results in many cases.<\/p>\n
Keep reading for some simple tips and tricks to cut back on added sugar and have the energy needed to feel great throughout the day!<\/p>\n
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What Are Common Forms of Added Sugar?<\/h2>\n
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Which Foods Contain Sugar?<\/h2>\n
Natural Sugars<\/h3>\n
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Added Sugars<\/h3>\n
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