How to Beat the Sugar Rush This
Easter
Easter is just around the corner, bringing with it promises
of egg hunts, candy-filled baskets and lots of family fun. In fact, according to a recent study by the
National Confectioners Association, Americans will spend around $2.26 Billion
on treats this holiday season, with over 90 million chocolate bunnies and 16
billion jelly beans expected to be sold.
These numbers are staggering when you consider that the
typical American eats about 130 pounds of sugar per year. And with obesity at
an all-time high, there’s no better time to review the dangers of sugar as well
as how to counteract the onslaught of such foods during this time.
The Effects of Sugar
on the Body
The overuse of refined sugar has a well-documented effect on
the body; being linked to ailments such as hypertension, hypoglycemia and
diabetes. Sugar can also increase the
fat levels in your liver to become a leading cause of liver disease.
Additionally, sugar is known to accelerate the aging
process. Studies have shown that sugar and other high-glycemic carbohydrates
(such as breads, starches and pastas) affect the collagen fibers that make up
skin. Over time, this can lead to
reduced skin elasticity and a potential for increased skin damage, lines and
wrinkles.
Finally, sugar also affects the body’s dopamine levels,
leading some experts to say that it is just as addictive as cocaine.
Avoiding Sugar This
Easter Season
Despite the temptations, there are plenty of opportunities
to beat the sugar rush this holiday. One of the best suggestions is to replace
the candy with choices such as dried fruit, popcorn and nuts.
Building an Easter basket for your loved ones? Then consider
filling it with books, fun toys and flavored teas instead of sweets. Not only will
you save additional empty calories but you’ll start a healthier tradition for
your family.
And if you must have chocolate, reach for dark chocolate
instead. Not only does dark chocolate (especially those with at least 70 to 80%
cacao) has less sugar than other chocolates, it is loaded with antioxidants
that have been shown to slow the aging process and lower risk of heart disease.
Getting a head of the sugar rush this holiday
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