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Diet & Nutrition

5 Ways To Eat Less Sugar

April 7, 2016

Who doesn’t love indulging in desserts now and then? But consuming too much sweet stuff can lead to an array of health problems. This includes illnesses like diabetes, which a World Health Organization study recently revealed is fast becoming a major global problem. In short, the number of adults with diabetes has quadrupled worldwide in under four decades to 422 million.

While the illness is mainly a problem in poorer countries, don’t dismiss the statistics just yet. In Singapore, diabetes is the 10th leading cause of death, accounting for 1.7 per cent of total deaths in 2011. In fact, by 2030, the number of Singapore residents above 40 with diabetes is projected to increase by another 200,000. The number of diabetics locally in 2013 was 400,000.

Type 2 diabetes is the most common type here, and this condition occurs when the body is unable to produce enough insulin or use it properly. To reduce your chances of getting diabetes, following a proper diet is key. Controlling your sugar intake is one good way to ensuring your diet is healthy. Start with these tips to help you reduce the amount of sugar in your diet.

Text: Women’s Day, Bauer Syndication / Additional Reporting: Zarelda Marie Goh

https://www.womensweekly.com.sg/gallery/beauty-and-health/diet-and-nutrition/5-ways-eat-less-sugar/
5 Ways To Eat Less Sugar
Swap Cereal For Eggs
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A bowl of cereal – even the healthy looking ones – can contain really high levels of sugar and barely meet your daily fibre requirement. Choose eggs instead. They’re a great source of protein to keep you full for hours and are packed with other nutrients, including vitamin B12, omega-3, folate and vitamin D. Better yet, they’re sugar free.

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Unsweeten Your Coffee
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Can’t start the day without a sugary coffee? Don’t go cold turkey – you’ll only fall off the bandwagon pretty quickly. Instead, gradually wean yourself off sweetened coffee and tea, reducing your intake by half a teaspoon each day until your taste buds learn to prefer less.

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Snack On Greek Yoghurt
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Low-fat flavoured yoghurt can contain up to five teaspoons of sugar. Replace with Greek yoghurt – it’s low in sugar and high in filling protein, making it the perfect mid-noon snack. Sweeten with a handful of berries or a teaspoon of coconut.

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Make Your Own Tomato Sauce
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Store-bought tomato sauce is packed full of added sugar, so swap it for a homemade version. Cook one finely chopped red onion in a little coconut oil for 30 minutes. Add one can of diced tomatoes and two pitted dates soaked in water. Cook slowly – this is imperative to keep tomatoes sweet. Blend well to combine.

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Anticipate Hunger
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Don’t let yourself get to the point where you’re so hungry that grabbing a chocolate bar is your only option. Carry nuts or fruit in your handbag. Plus, eat smaller meals more often, so you avoid those energy drops that lead to inevitable sugar cravings.

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