11 Foods with SHOCKINGLY High Amounts of Sugar (Best Sugar Substitutes)
11 Foods with SHOCKINGLY High Amounts of Sugar (Best Sugar Substitutes)  
Podcast: The Dr. Josh Axe Show
Published On: Mon Jul 22 2024
Description: Did you know the average person consumes a staggering 82 pounds of added sugar annually? In this eye-opening episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, we dive deep into the world of sugar and its devastating impact on our health. Dr. Axe reveals the surprising sources of hidden sugars and shares powerful strategies for breaking free from sugar's grip. Tune in to discover: The shocking link between sugar and chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and heart disease Why artificial sweeteners may be sabotaging your health goals Nature's sweetest alternatives that won't spike your blood sugar The gut-brain connection: How probiotics and fermented foods can crush your cravings Essential nutrients that balance blood sugar and curb your sweet tooth Dr. Axe's top tips for a successful sugar detox Whether you're battling constant cravings or simply want to optimize your health, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to reclaim control over your diet, boost your energy, and transform your health. Don't miss out on the keys to breaking free from sugar's addictive cycle – your body will thank you! Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok ------  Show Notes:  00:00 Dr. Josh Axe’s sugar detox story 03:49 Biggest sources of hidden & added sugars 11:12 Why sugar is so damaging to our bodies 16:53 How to manage sugar cravings 21:44 Sugar alternatives & replacements 32:18 Other ways to reduce sugar cravings 37:01 Nutrients that will decrease sugar cravings & balance blood sugar ------  Links:  https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/are-you-consuming-too-much-sugar https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/carbohydrates/added-sugar-in-the-diet/ http://www.heart.org https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0166077 https://www.veri.co/learn/cortisol-insulin-resistance https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/prc/2020/09/24/drinking-water-us-implications/ https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-science-on-sugar-cravings-and-how-to-beat-them https://www.bmj.com/content/378/bmj-2022-071204 https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1003950 https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/22/10/5228 https://usrtk.org/sweeteners/aspartame_health_risks/ https://klinio.com/hub/article/monk-fruit-and-diabetes https://health.clevelandclinic.org/why-you-should-use-monk-fruit-sweetener https://health-ade.com/blogs/blog/monk-fruit-vs-stevia-which-sugar-alternative-is-best https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-is-allulose https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/allulose-in-human-diet-the-knowns-and-the-unknowns/74020152A1262DF4D7942A4DB54B6E37 https://medicalxpress.com/news/2022-11-sweet-systematic-honey-cardiometabolic.html https://www.utoronto.ca/news/study-suggests-honey-reduces-cardiometabolic-risks https://www.verywellhealth.com/raw-honey-blood-sugar-cholesterol-6890727 https://casadesante.com/blogs/probiotics/best-probiotic-for-sugar-cravings https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2021/07/fermented-food-diet-increases-microbiome-diversity-lowers-inflammation https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/cravings/ https://www.emedihealth.com/nutrition/food-cravings-eat-less https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/3/538 https://drianstern.com/blogs/learn/how-to-stop-sugar-cravings-with-nutritional-supplements https://www.emedihealth.com/nutrition/nutrient-deficiencies-cause-sugar-cravings https://www.nourishhealth.com.au/7-supplements-to-sugar-cravings/ https://nootropicblend.com/sugar-craving-supplements/ https://thehealthyrd.com/helpful-supplements-for-sugar-cravings/