As of: March 1, 2024, 6:30 a.m
By: Judith Braun
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If you give up sugar completely, you first have to go through a withdrawal phase.
As a rule, however, many positive effects follow.
Reduced sugar consumption or completely avoiding sugar not only influences the desired weight loss and helps you lose weight: those who avoid it completely usually also experience positive effects on their health and general well-being.
At the beginning of a sugar withdrawal, however, withdrawal symptoms may initially occur, such as fatigue, difficulty concentrating, mood swings or food cravings.
However, this initial inflammation phase is usually followed by several positive effects.
Lose weight: Seven positive effects of avoiding sugar
In Germany, everyone eats around 90 grams of sugar per day, exceeding the limit set by the German Nutrition Society (DGE).
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Improved satiety:
High sugar consumption can lead to leptin resistance.
This affects the feeling of satiety.
However, by avoiding sugar, the feeling of satiety improves again and the risk of becoming overweight is reduced.
Weight loss:
Avoiding sugar often leads to automatic weight loss because fewer calories are consumed.
You can lose up to five kilos within six months without sugar, but a balanced diet and regular exercise are also recommended.
Increasing well-being:
Reducing sugar consumption can improve overall well-being and mood.
It also leads to increased energy and reduces the risk of mood swings, depression and anxiety.
Better sleep quality:
Sugar withdrawal can relieve sleep problems by stabilizing blood sugar levels and making it easier for the body to fall asleep.
Improving skin:
Avoiding sugar for a longer period of time can lead to better skin appearance by reducing acne, blemished skin and premature skin aging.
Boosted digestion:
Too much sugar can disrupt the intestinal flora and lead to digestive problems.
Avoiding sugar can regulate digestion and restore the balance of intestinal flora.
Sharpened sense of taste:
Avoiding refined sugar sensitizes the taste buds, which means that the natural sweetness of foods is perceived more intensely.
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