Less Sugar, More Energy

This is especially important to kids!  For my son who has ADHD, this has made a big improvement on his focus and health. He would live on sugar if he could! Teaching our kids healthy eating habits now will better prepare them for when they are older.

Avoiding refined sugar is one of the best ways to minimize blood sugar spikes and crashes, which causes a drastic change in energy level. The most effective way to get off sugar is to get to the root cause of your sugar cravings. Here are a few strategies:

1. Eat sweet vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, corn, winter squash, sweet potatoes and onion to satisfy our body’s need for sweet taste (which is normal)

2. Eat meals with low glycemic load to avoid fluctuation in energy and blood sugar level. When we crash, we reach for sugar for quick fixes. Combine whole grains and vegetables (high fiber foods) with a moderate amount of good fats and lean protein.

3. Stay hydrated – thirst is sometimes mistaken as hunger, which leads to cravings.

4. Investigate sugar cravings as a result of nutrient deficiency – e.g. chromium and tryptophan.

5. Nourish your soul – some people crave sweets out of boredom or loneliness.