Fat doesn’t make you fat, carbohydrates and sugar do!

We are told that eating fat will make you fat. NO! It is when you eat fat AND too many carbohydrates/sugars together that causes weight gain. When you consume carbohydrates, they are converted to glucose by your body, the pancreas then secretes insulin to reduce blood glucose levels. Insulin is our fat storing hormone and it switches fat burning to off. If we have very little carbohydrates and sugar in our diet, we require less insulin, and therefore store less fat and remain able to burn fat.

What restricting your carb and sugar intake can do for you:

  • Stabilize Blood Sugar Levels
  • Stabilize Insulin Release
  • Reduce Body Fat
  • Regulate Hunger Signals
  • Improve Lipid Profile
  • Reduce Inflammation Contributing to Cardiovascular Disease and Dementia
  • Reduce Blood Pressure
  • Improve Cognition
  • Improve Nutrition and Gut Efficiency

Some easy ways to cut sugar and excess carbs from your diet:

  • Stop Buying Processed Foods

  • Make Your Own Spaghetti/Marinara Sauce (Link to Recipe)

  • Swap Fruit Juice with Whole Fruit
  • Avoid Flavored Yogurt
  • Clear Your Pantry of Cereal, Energy Bars, Crackers and Processed Grains

  • Make Your Own Salad Dressing (Link to Recipe)

  • Don’t Keep Treats in the House
  • Cut Out Soda
  • Set a Quota or Dessert Rules
  • Try Xylitol or Stevia
  • Eat Dark Chocolate
  • Go Natural – Swap Dessert for Whole Fruits
  • Eat More Veggies – This Decreases Sugar Cravings