Most or all sugar substitutes are probably toxic. Unfortunately, American food is deliberately sweetened. It's addictive and many people struggle to shake the addiction. Personally, I drink water. If a fresh lemon is to hand, I squeeze a little juice into the water. I also drink tea without sugar. (I drink black tea with a little milk.) I drink mountain tea (Greek) usually "sketto" (unsweetened) but very occasionally with a little honey.
Many years ago I weened myself off sugar gradually. I don't know if this method is better or easier than "cold turkey". But for certain I no longer crave sugar. I use cinnamon powder as a sweetener on a few things such as buttered toast (spelt bread only) and on traditional sheep's milk yoghurt.
I imagine that it's not easy to avoid junk foods unless you live in the country but please make an effort.
I buy my fresh meat and veg weekly. I cook or blanche everything and freeze small portions. I keep a couple of portions in the 'fridge if I plan to eat them today or tomorrow.
Most or all sugar substitutes are probably toxic. Unfortunately, American food is deliberately sweetened. It's addictive and many people struggle to shake the addiction. Personally, I drink water. If a fresh lemon is to hand, I squeeze a little juice into the water. I also drink tea without sugar. (I drink black tea with a little milk.) I drink mountain tea (Greek) usually "sketto" (unsweetened) but very occasionally with a little honey.
Many years ago I weened myself off sugar gradually. I don't know if this method is better or easier than "cold turkey". But for certain I no longer crave sugar. I use cinnamon powder as a sweetener on a few things such as buttered toast (spelt bread only) and on traditional sheep's milk yoghurt.
I imagine that it's not easy to avoid junk foods unless you live in the country but please make an effort.
I buy my fresh meat and veg weekly. I cook or blanche everything and freeze small portions. I keep a couple of portions in the 'fridge if I plan to eat them today or tomorrow.
Our neighbor teaches in Africa during the summer, and he said they use very little sugar. The Africans say our food is way too sweet.
BTW, their food is bland, so he has to carry his own spices.
This is Uganda.