FabSwingers.com forum: You have to cut out the sugar in your diet.

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

It is the enemy of any diet and to cut it out is the secret for weight loss in general.

I am slowly cutting it out now as I am getting ready for my summer shredding diet, this slow change I do now will let my body know that I mean business.

I have started to not have ketchup, reduced fizzy drinks and treats more will be added soon, do you try and cut it out too?

I have notice that you always get a flu in the first week when you do it. I call it the sugar flu

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

The Haribo's'll get you Shag......

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By *aitonelMan
over a year ago

Travelling

"The Haribo's'll get you Shag...... "

Truth! Then you sneak one, next thing the pack is empty.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"The Haribo's'll get you Shag...... "
Yes I will still have those but just few instead of alot of them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I watched a documentary film called sugat, and it was a great eye opener!!

I have been reading a lot into "the carnivore diet", and have to say, it seems to have a lot of benefits.

What's your take on it, if any.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"I watched a documentary film called sugat, and it was a great eye opener!!

I have been reading a lot into "the carnivore diet", and have to say, it seems to have a lot of benefits.

What's your take on it, if any. "

My take on the carnivore diet is that it can be beneficial in the short term. It's no good cutting food groups and expecting to remain healthy.

I do believe in knowing your ancestry tho.

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By *Man1263Man
over a year ago

Stockport

Nope.

Never on a diet, so won't be cutting it out.

I do watch what I eat most of the time, and when back on it, that does mean certain things get reduced, but never cut out.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"The Haribo's'll get you Shag...... Yes I will still have those but just few instead of alot of them."

Shag, they are nothing but sugar. You've already blown it matey !

No sugar means no sugar

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"The Haribo's'll get you Shag......

Truth! Then you sneak one, next thing the pack is empty. "
That is right that is why you have to track and count them so you have that limit lets say 10 to 20 gummy bears would be good not dayily but on the weekends.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I watched a documentary film called sugat, and it was a great eye opener!!

I have been reading a lot into "the carnivore diet", and have to say, it seems to have a lot of benefits.

Yes, in short term, definitely. And agree with looking into genetic makeup helps when working out dietry plan. The written material and inteviews I've seen on carnivore diet which shows benefit mostly is when persons have had underlying problems such as thyroid problems, arthritis and lupas...

What's your take on it, if any.

My take on the carnivore diet is that it can be beneficial in the short term. It's no good cutting food groups and expecting to remain healthy.

I do believe in knowing your ancestry tho. "

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

I've cut sugar out of my coffee. Not noticed any difference whatsoever other thsn my coffee doesn't taste as good.

Beginning to think life is too short not to enjoy my coffee how I like it.

Mrs

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"The Haribo's'll get you Shag...... Yes I will still have those but just few instead of alot of them.

Shag, they are nothing but sugar. You've already blown it matey !

No sugar means no sugar"
That is right too but it is ok to have few as treat but not as often.

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By *ntrigued32Couple
over a year ago

Nottingham

I will be doing this too Shag, I did it last year and noticed a massive difference to my health.

I can't wait to start feeling healthier and stronger.

Jo.Xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I've cut sugar out of my coffee. Not noticed any difference whatsoever other thsn my coffee doesn't taste as good.

Beginning to think life is too short not to enjoy my coffee how I like it.

Mrs"
That is right and yes a coffee wouldnt be the same without it. I usually have 2 buiscuits with mine but I wont have it for for a few months now.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I will be doing this too Shag, I did it last year and noticed a massive difference to my health.

I can't wait to start feeling healthier and stronger.

Jo.Xx "
That is good you will be doing it too and that is right. I have also noticed that there is a big health difference too by doing it

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

No sugar means cutting down on all processed foods, all white foods, and much of the 'exotic' fruits.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"No sugar means cutting down on all processed foods, all white foods, and much of the 'exotic' fruits."

Indeed it does

Although beneficial I recommend that one only punctuates their yearly nutritional strategies with shortish periods of very very low carb ie less than 20 g daily

Although some consider 100 g low I have found that depending on activities to be fairly sustainable

My average is set to 110 g but if I want to drop below a certain fat percentage 30 or less is required

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish I had your strength. My biggest weakness is sugar. I've cut down on coca cola over the last couple of weeks but I'd like to get rid of it completely, I just find it so difficult and turn into a right moody bum when I don't have my treats.

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By *innie The MinxWoman
over a year ago

Under the Duvet

I've been avoiding processed sugar since Feb 1st.

Still have fruit and bread but not cakes, sweets, choc etc.

Feeling better for it.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"I wish I had your strength. My biggest weakness is sugar. I've cut down on coca cola over the last couple of weeks but I'd like to get rid of it completely, I just find it so difficult and turn into a right moody bum when I don't have my treats.

Most drugs have such effects

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By *SAchickWoman
over a year ago

Hillside desolate

I don't eat a lot of sugar, never have. It's about the only healthy aspect of my diet mind you.

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By *ntrigued32Couple
over a year ago

Nottingham

Oh snap!

I'm a miserable mare without my treats but it's worth it in the long run.

I find once my mind is focused it's so much easier to achieve.

You'll do it because you want to.

I love your body shape but understand your want to change.

Only do it for you though!!

Jo.Xx

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

This is one thing I have not got the will power for

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The only sugar I have is from fruits but low sugar fruits. I have recalibrated what my body uses for fuel recently and can already see results.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"The only sugar I have is from fruits but low sugar fruits. I have recalibrated what my body uses for fuel recently and can already see results.

It's great to become fat adapted

All I suggest is note when your heart rate goes above 130 and for how long

Fat adaptation means fat is primary at higher heart rates yet as the beats go up you will need more carbs

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By *i1971Man
over a year ago

Cornwall

Now that Christmas is long gone & almost all the "treat foods" gone as well, such as chocolate, shortbread biscuits etc, I'm now being more mindful over what I eat. Added sugar is relatively easy for me to cut, but I also keep things like crisps as very occasional treats, and lack of cake will see sugar & fat cuts. If anyone else is looking at reducing sugar, keep away from ready meals - they add sugar to almost everything.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The only sugar I have is from fruits but low sugar fruits. I have recalibrated what my body uses for fuel recently and can already see results.

It's great to become fat adapted

All I suggest is note when your heart rate goes above 130 and for how long

Fat adaptation means fat is primary at higher heart rates yet as the beats go up you will need more carbs

It is great! on to adding more carbs now. Started slowly, I'll push to bulk up again with the abs here to stay.

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By *ering SeaMan
over a year ago

Penicuik

Just started being vigilant of sugar levels in things.

Been on a diet for 5 weeks and beginning to plateau now after an initial 5kg loss.

Even oats as an example. 12g per 40 serving

Different brand of oats 4g per 40 serving

Muller lights 0/fat loaded with sugar

My slimming world just got harder now having to constantly hum and haw when shopping.

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

I'm gonna try this, but I'm dreading giving up my Monster Energy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't drink pop and occasionally eat sweets, but other than that I'm keen on a bit of sugar. Am I'm currently abit like a rake

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh snap!

I'm a miserable mare without my treats but it's worth it in the long run.

I find once my mind is focused it's so much easier to achieve.

You'll do it because you want to.

I love your body shape but understand your want to change.

Only do it for you though!!

Jo.Xx "

I think once I've cut the majority of sugar out and got into a routine I'll be fine. I did it a few years ago but that first week with small amounts of sugar is so bloody difficult. It's amazing to see and feel the difference when you finally break free from sugar though! I really need a big kick up my bum!

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"I'm gonna try this, but I'm dreading giving up my Monster Energy

Drugs have that effect and its vile stuff too

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By *lackspiceMan
over a year ago

If the goal is losing weight then the only requirement is a caloric deficit.

If health is the main issue then yes, refined sugar is best reduced.

If you cut out sugar entirely but don't have a caloric deficit, you won't lose weight.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

Oh snap!

I'm a miserable mare without my treats but it's worth it in the long run.

I find once my mind is focused it's so much easier to achieve.

You'll do it because you want to.

I love your body shape but understand your want to change.

Only do it for you though!!

Jo.Xx

Why go all in

Reduce by 10 percent a week

Firstly though assess your true carb intake

Use mfp

A quick guess is you will be over 400 g a day

Take 2 months to get to 150 g

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over a year ago

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By *tella HeelsTV/TS
over a year ago

west here ford shire

What and give up biscuits???

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Dont understand all this mactos stuff.

But what happens when you age and stop all the muscle building and training.

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

"I've been avoiding processed sugar since Feb 1st.

Still have fruit and bread but not cakes, sweets, choc etc.

Feeling better for it.

No chocolate??!!!...I couldn't cope with no chocolate. Well done you

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By *lackspiceMan
over a year ago

"Dont understand all this mactos stuff.

But what happens when you age and stop all the muscle building and training.

I don't think it's macho stuff for most. It's more about ageing as healthily as possible and prolonging life.

Most of the main premature non accident killers are linked to diet.

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By *ick_and_BickerCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

I've been keto/low carb for 11 years before going full carnivore last April. Nothing but massive health benefits.

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

"I'm gonna try this, but I'm dreading giving up my Monster Energy

Drugs have that effect and its vile stuff too "

I like my caffeine. Everyone needs one bad habit.

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By *voryforebonyMan
over a year ago

boogie town

"It is the enemy of any diet and to cut it out is the secret for weight loss in general.

I am slowly cutting it out now as I am getting ready for my summer shredding diet, this slow change I do now will let my body know that I mean business.

I have started to not have ketchup, reduced fizzy drinks and treats more will be added soon, do you try and cut it out too?

I have notice that you always get a flu in the first week when you do it. I call it the sugar flu

Increase your exercise, decrease your daily intake, lose weight and get fitter.. Win win as they say! Always works for me

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"Dont understand all this mactos stuff.

But what happens when you age and stop all the muscle building and training.

I don't think it's macho stuff for most. It's more about ageing as healthily as possible and prolonging life.

Most of the main premature non accident killers are linked to diet."

I think they meant macros not macho

Carbs protein fat

For example approx values

Chicken will be

22% p 5 fat and 0 c

Bread is 8% p 1 fat and 70 c

Nuts 28 p 50 f 5 carbs

For good balance it is advisable to consume

33 33 33 as percentage of your daily cal goal

My goal is 1800 cals and thus the above would work out as 600 cals per macro

Thus 150 g carb 150 g protein and 65 g fat

Most will be vastly over eating carbs and fat

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By *latinumkittenWoman
over a year ago

from Home Counties to Middle Earth

I live on sugar, mostly through chocolate, or chocolate coated things. It's a valid source of calcium

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"I live on sugar, mostly through chocolate, or chocolate coated things. It's a valid source of calcium

I eat a lot of cocoa

18 %protein 50% fat 22% carb

Full of vitamins and flavonoids

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By *amescoupleCouple
over a year ago

north walsham

Hardest part of dieting for me (M).

I have been slowly weening myself back off fizzy drinks, energy drinks etc. Still have the odd blip day.

Sugar may be bad. But feck me. Try working in a fish and chip shop for a living.

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By *eryBigGirlWoman
over a year ago

East Yorkshire

I cut all sugar out from Jan 6th and have lost 22lb since then. First week is tough as you’re detoxing and the headaches are epic. I was a Pepsi Max addict so went cold turkey. Had one after a week as a treat and it’s was vile felt like I was drinking pure sugar so it’s amazing how quick your tastes change. Only eating real food and nothing processed and always low carb. Lot to lose but it’s working for me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

sugar flu?

I've cut as much sugar as possible from my diet over last 5 weeks. was bed ridden with worst cold ever last week. still ill with it

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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago

Near Wells

I'm not dieting but I've cut my sugar down quite a bit recently. No more Orange squash, Ketchup, Pickle and I only have half a sugar in tea now instead of a heaped spoonful.

The reason I cut down was my mouth was getting very dry and that has helped.

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By *orraine999Woman
over a year ago

Somewhere

No rice, pasta, bread or potatoes. The bread was the most difficult thing to give up but it's worth it.

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

I meant macro....

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Oh snap!

I'm a miserable mare without my treats but it's worth it in the long run.

I find once my mind is focused it's so much easier to achieve.

You'll do it because you want to.

I love your body shape but understand your want to change.

Only do it for you though!!

Jo.Xx "
Yes ty I like to do it and I see it as a challange, it is hard at first but yes the sugar is the weakness but it is fun to see how less of it you can eat, it is good that you have have cut down on cola as well

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"I cut all sugar out from Jan 6th and have lost 22lb since then. First week is tough as you’re detoxing and the headaches are epic. I was a Pepsi Max addict so went cold turkey. Had one after a week as a treat and it’s was vile felt like I was drinking pure sugar so it’s amazing how quick your tastes change. Only eating real food and nothing processed and always low carb. Lot to lose but it’s working for me

Odd Pepsi max has no sugar but lots of caffeine theoretically a thermal stimulant

Well done on your weight loss

However for others I strongly do not advise going carb cold Turkey unless you are exceptionally strong willed and understand exactly what you are doing

Progressive change over time will sustain for a lifetime

Statistically most who go hard go home early and fail their long term goal

The 22 lbs is not all fat I'm very sorry to say

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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago

Hull

As a Diabetic T2, I made a concerted effort to cut out as much sugar last year.

Cut out soft drinks, replacing with sparkling water with maybe lime or lemon juice added. Watchful of what food I ate, gave up on ready meals as salt content can be high too.

Gave up on cakes, biscuits, sweets. Superb help from GP's nurse too with her advice.

Result,three weeks ago, best ever readings, blood sugars down drastically and all under control.

Cholesterol had been at over 8.2, 15 months ago, now down to 3.1, with average of 2.8. Weight not down as much as I wanted, but heading in right direction.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

"As a Diabetic T2, I made a concerted effort to cut out as much sugar last year.

Cut out soft drinks, replacing with sparkling water with maybe lime or lemon juice added. Watchful of what food I ate, gave up on ready meals as salt content can be high too.

Gave up on cakes, biscuits, sweets. Superb help from GP's nurse too with her advice.

Result,three weeks ago, best ever readings, blood sugars down drastically and all under control.

Cholesterol had been at over 8.2, 15 months ago, now down to 3.1, with average of 2.8. Weight not down as much as I wanted, but heading in right direction. "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I find beer is the hardest thing to cut out mmmmmm beer

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

By doing it it also prevents diabetes which is another health benefit of it too

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By *rmrs1234Couple
over a year ago

Waterford

Cutting out sugar and lowering my carb intake as of today. Himself is going carnivore for a couple of weeks.

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

I have cut my sugar intake quite dramatically, The morning pack of biscuits is no more, likewise the daily pudding as part of my evening meal, No sweets or chocolates in the house.

But, When you have a branch of "Heavenly Desserts" only a couple of miles away how can resist just one visit a week.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Substituting sparkling water, instead of fizzy drinks, if you're a fizzy drink addict, worked for me.

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By *eesideMan
over a year ago

margate sumwear by the sea

I can lose weight and still eat sugar.

The trick is only eat up to 1500 calories a day Monday to Friday.

Then on the weekend you can eat wat ever you want and still lose weight over all.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yeah I will, after I eat this pack of Oreos.

I won’t really. I’ll probably eat a second pack at some point today

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

When we diet we don't spend ages tracking different macro groups just calories.

If you're truly honest with your calorie intake (include those in drinks - a mug of hot sweet full fat milk comes in at nearly 300 calories) then it is simple to lose weight. Also, you instinctively eat the right food groups because you pick the ones you can eat the most of for the least amount of calories. Two poached eggs on wholemeal toast and you're around 340 calories but feel full, a pack of crisps and 4 chocolates has the same calories but leaves you hungry. As a result you don't need to spend ages looking at the various numbers when you shop, one number and a decision, can I afford to take that amount of calories for how full this item will make me feel? You automatically start avoiding the ones loaded with sugar, the processed foods and the like as they are always too high in calories.

An active lifestyle, 2000 kcal/day for me and 1800kcal/day for her and we both lost weight steadily and consistently. Upped mine to 2400kcal/day when I reached my target and stabilized nicely except for Christmas but nearly back now with minimal effort.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

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Well done for the weight loss

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By *nblemishedhotwifeCouple
over a year ago

Warwick

Can't be bothered. I eat what i eat and enjoy what i eat.

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By *ohnjones3210Man
over a year ago

Chester

"It is the enemy of any diet and to cut it out is the secret for weight loss in general.

I am slowly cutting it out now as I am getting ready for my summer shredding diet, this slow change I do now will let my body know that I mean business.

I have started to not have ketchup, reduced fizzy drinks and treats more will be added soon, do you try and cut it out too?

I have notice that you always get a flu in the first week when you do it. I call it the sugar flu

I still eat sugary foods but I cut out fatty foods.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sorry, but life is more important than a six pack. I'll eat sugar in recommended amounts and still enjoy a decent enough bod.

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