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I'm Dr. Carlos and today I want to talk about the effects of quitting sugar for 15 days. I've seen many patients struggle with withdrawal symptoms when they try to give up sugar because sugar is highly addictive, even more so when it's consumed regularly. You may not even realize you consume sugar daily because it's hidden in many foods, such as sauces, bread, and crackers. In this video, I'll explain the changes you may notice in your body after quitting sugar for two weeks. Some people worry that quitting sugar will cause hypoglycemia, fainting, or other negative side effects. However, our bodies can produce glucose from sources other than sugar, such as starches, fats, and proteins. Thus, quitting sugar is entirely safe and can benefit people with metabolic problems. It's unnecessary to quit sugar forever; taking a break can help you overcome addiction and develop a healthier relationship with it. Here are ten things you may experience after quitting sugar for 15 days: You'll feel like you quit an addiction, and you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as headaches, anxiety, nausea, or anger. If you do experience these symptoms, you are addicted to sugar. You'll be less hungry, as consuming sugar frequently causes glucose and insulin spikes, which can interfere with hormones that regulate hunger, such as leptin and ghrelin. You'll feel less tired as the glucose and insulin spikes caused by sugar consumption can lead to a sugar rush followed by a crash. You may lose weight by losing fat and water when you have more control over your glucose and insulin spikes, and your metabolism starts to regulate. Your skin may improve, as sugar consumption can lead to inflammation and affect the collagen in your skin. You may experience fewer mood swings, as sugar can impact your mood, and consuming it frequently can lead to crashes and irritability. You may improve your dental health, as sugar consumption can lead to cavities and tooth decay. You may reduce your risk of chronic diseases, as consuming too much sugar is linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Your taste buds may change, as quitting sugar can make you more sensitive to sweetness and help you appreciate other flavors. You'll have more control over your food choices and be less likely to crave sugar regularly. In conclusion, quitting sugar for a short period can have significant positive impacts on your health, including reducing hunger, tiredness, and inflammation, improving your mood, and reducing your risk of chronic diseases. So, if you're addicted to sugar or want to improve your overall health, give it a try and see what positive changes you can experience! Chapters 0:00 SUGAR IS HIGHLY ADDICTIVE 1:15 Is it dangerous to stop eating sugar? 1:44 You can make glucose out of this 2:37 So, should I NEVER eat sugar again? 3:08 You’ll feel that you quit an addiction 3:46 You’ll be less hungry 4:19 Big glucose spikes = Tiredness 5:43 Losing weight is a big benefit 6:57 You want some emotional control? 7:45 Also mental clarity 8:30 Your skin will be prettier 10:01 Less rigid joints 10:45 Food will taste different, even better 11:44 You can reduce cardiovascular disease and cancer risk 13:11 There're real benefits on doing so —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Find out about the best functional supplement with Bone Broth Power at - If you want to buy my book and SUPPLEMENTS in Colombia, please visit Domestic Shipping - If you would like to be the first to receive information for future workshops and conferences, live or online, please enter the following form - Dr. Carlos Jaramillo and the Institute of Functional Medicine seek that you always have good habits and above all clarity about how daily decisions produce many of the diseases that humanity has today. - My Social Networks Instagram Facebook - My official website - The official website of the Institute of Functional Medicine is - Find out about the best proteins and supplements at - Dr. Carlos Jaramillo publishes these videos for educational purposes but they do not represent any therapeutic recommendation for any person so the follow-up of their indications is the individual responsibility and not the responsibility of the creator of the content. Always remember that in Functional Medicine the origin of the disease is sought and the symptoms are not treated. - Film Director & Post Production: Pipe Orjuela Bustillo Instagram #FunctionalMedicine #Metabolism #NutritionalTips #DrCarlos #DrCarlosJaramillo #functionalmedicines #instituteforfunctionalmedicine
