What will be the difference if you give up sugar for 14 days, how much will the body change?

Sugar is present in everything from tea-coffee to biscuits-chocolate and juice. Excessive consumption of which can be dangerous. Sugar can also cause the risk of many serious and life-threatening diseases in the body.

Quitting Sugar Benefits: Sugar is considered a sweet poison for health. Eating sugar within limits is fine but consuming it in excess can cause problems like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. According to reports, on average, an Indian consumes 20 kg of sugar in a year.

Apart from sugar, sugar is found in many other things that we eat daily. Sugar is also found in cold drinks, cookies, biscuits and bread. According to WHO, more than 50 grams of sugar a day can be dangerous. In such a situation, the question arises of how much benefit the body gets if we do not eat sugar for just two weeks i.e. 14 days. Let us know... 

Side effects of consuming too much sugar

1. Pain in muscles and joints

2. Showing signs of premature ageing

3. Food cravings may increase

4. Cavity problem in teeth

5. May cause bloating in the stomach

6. Changes in energy levels throughout the day

7. Weight gain

8. Falling sick frequently

9. Mood swings

What will happen if you give up sugar for 14 days

Changes in the body after quitting sugar in the first 7 days

According to health experts, quitting sugar is not that easy. It can cause a lot of problems for the first two to three days. This can cause problems like headaches, stomach aches and fatigue. This is also a sign that your body can live without sugar. If you do this for three days, then from the fourth day your body will start feeling completely fresh. You will feel a lot of energy. Sugar level will also remain under control.

What will happen in 8 to 14 days?

If you do not eat sugar even after 7 days, then digestion will start improving. This will help in getting rid of constipation, bloating and stomach-related problems. Due to this, hunger is reduced and you get good sleep. After this, the desire to eat sugar itself starts decreasing. Then your body feels better. Sleep-related problems can also end.

How much sugar should you eat every day?

The American Heart Association advises that men should not consume more than 150 calories or about 36 grams of sugar in a day, while for women this amount is 100 calories or about 24 grams. More sugar than this can be harmful.

Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.

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