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Jul 2024
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3249: A Low Sugar Diet - What's The Big ...

Justin Malik
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Episode 3249:

Elly McGuinness explains the rising popularity of low sugar diets, highlighting the negative effects of sugar on health, including tooth decay, insulin spikes, and increased body fat. She emphasizes the benefits of whole foods and offers practical tips for reducing sugar intake without sacrificing flavor.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/low-sugar-diet-whats-big-deal/

Quotes to ponder:

"Sugar can lead to accelerated tooth decay and cause insulin spikes and troughs, increasing the risk of type II diabetes."

"A diet rich in real, whole foods can be considered an excellent focus for a low sugar diet."

"Unrefined natural sugar substitutes like raw honey and pure maple syrup provide nutrition for the body without the negative impacts of refined sugar."

Episode references:

The Keto Diet: https://www.amazon.com/Keto-Diet-Your-Guide/dp/1628601043

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