Since January 1, 2017, I’ve eaten no sugar or sweeteners of any kind — not even honey or stevia, not even in toothpaste or vitamins (see my ground rules for the sugar-free year).
Can I just say…WOOOO HOOO?!!! Continue reading
Progress updates
6 months of total sugar-free-ness!
Whoohoo! Today marks six months since I started my no-added-sweeteners-of-any-kind journey on January 1, 2017. All the details are in this post, but in a nutshell, I’ve been avoiding all added sweeteners, including honey, stevia, maple syrup and more — even in my vitamins, even in my toothpaste.
To mark this milestone, here are some common questions I get: Continue reading
3-month update: Travel, flu, and more
At the end of March, I’m still sticking to my totally sugar-free plan. I don’t dream about sugar any more and my appetite’s well controlled.
During a recent trip to visit family, I noticed a surprising sense of calm and relaxation, despite crowded airplanes and the anticipation of a potentially tense family situation. Was this related to giving up sugar? Continue reading
Two weeks in and 5 pounds down
It’s been two weeks of sugar-free awesomeness — I think it’s time for an update.
In a nutshell, I’ve lost weight, I feel more energetic, I’m sleeping better, my skin feels smoother, and best of all, I don’t feel controlled by sugar cravings. I’m loving it so far! Continue reading
Kickass Aging 