What will Happen if you Quit sugar for 21 days (6 Healthy Alternatives)

Let's face it, Losing weight is not easy. Even after putting a lot of efforts, time and money most people failed to get the desired results. However here I will going to share with you 1 simple way by which even putting least amount of effort you can get the maximum results. 

And that simple way is to Quit Table Sugar. No i dont ask you to compromise on your tooth, all you need to do is replace the refined sugar with healthier alternatives, which serve the same purpose, are easily available nearly you and come at fairly the same prices. 

One of the most worst food that most people consume on a daily basis is refined sugar. It is not just unhealthy but also addictive. So much so that it was so found to be 8 times more addictive than cocaine. A drug which is banned in most countries. Sugar is one ingredient on which packaged food industry is thriving on. Colaa, juices, biscuits, ketchups, chocolates, flavour cereals. You name it they all are loaded with sugar. Everytime we eat refined sugar, our brain releases feel good chemicals. This is the reason we crave for sugary foods again and again. 

But what if we do not have to cut it down? Just replace it. Sugar coming from natural sources like fruits isn't problematic for the body as it comes along with fibre, vitamins and minerals which do not spike the insulin levels. But the refined table sugar that be used is made after a lot of chemical processes. It has no nutritional value what so ever. Just empty calories. Daily consumption of refined sugar not only increases the fat percentage in the body, but also causes wrinkles, dark circles, acne, bad breath, bad teeth and increase this to type 2 diabetes. So, do experiment on yourself. Replace refined table sugar with any of the following 6 healthier alternatives for just 21 days and see what happens to your body. 

1. COCONUT SUGAR. 

Coconut sugar is derived from coconut palm tree without any extensive refining or without any use of chemicals. As compared to refined sugar, not only coconut sugar gets very easily digested by the body but is also very rich in minerals like iron, pottasium, zinc and calcium. Even the Glycemic index of coconut sugar is much lower than that of refined sugars. Lower the glycemic index slower thebsugar gets released in the body, the better it is. Coconut sugar can be used in milk, curd, cakes, oatmeals and other brekfast cereals. You can easily buy coconut sugar online. 

2. DATE SUGAR.

Date sugar is derived from dates is one of the sweetest fruits available to us. Date sugar is considered to be one of the healthiest alternatives of sugar and it is so easy to make that you even do it at home. All you need to do is to roast the dates, grind them and strain it into a fine powder. Date sugar is extended rich in fibre and is loaded with lot of vitamins and minerals. Using date sugar helps digestion, reduces bad cholesterol and increases the bone density. The Glycemic index of dates is 44-50 depending upon the variety of dates. Date sugar can be added to milk, sweets and cereals. You can get date sugar online. 

3. ROCK SUGAR OR MISHRI.

We Indians have been using mishri for ages. After knowing that it is exactly like regular sugar has many benefits and is highly versatile, you will be surprised why did we ever switch to refined sugar. Mishri is produced in the process of getting refined sugar just before it is chemically treated. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, iron, dietary fibre & antioxidants. It also greatly helps digestion and increases the haemoglobin levels. Unlike the refined sugar it gives a cooling effect on the body. The best thing is that it can be used in almost everything you currently putting in sugar. Tea, coffee, milk, juices, deserts etc. just make sure that you buy thread mishri and not the ones which is available in crystalized form. As it is nothing but the bigger version of refined sugar. You can easily get rock sugar or mishri from your nearest kirana store at almost the same prices as that of refined sugar. 

4. HONEY.

Honey is one food on the planet which almost has the same chemical composition as that of human blood. Due to this our body very easily ascimilates 100% nutrients available in honey. Also any food when combined with honey gets digested better. Honey is an amazing alternative to sugar which is very high in antioxidants and anti bacterial properties. Honey is good for heart, helps cuts the extra fats from the body and improve mental alertness. Honey can be applied on bread, in lemon water, milk etc. 

5. STEVIA.

Stevia is a zero calorie natural sweeteners, extracted from the leaves of stevia plant. Stevia is getting popular these days but it has been used in ayurvedic medicine along with the name meethi tulsi. The leaves of this plant are absolutely zero in calories and are naturally 25 times sweeter than regular sugar. So the weight watchers and calorie concious can freely consume it. Since it has zero glycemic index, it does not spike the blood sugar levels at all. Stevia comes in many forms like dried leaves, satches etc. only downside of stevia is leaves in after taste. If that doesn't bother you start using it today. 

6. JAGGERY/ JAGGERY POWDER.

Both these have been used in India since time in memorial. Talking nutritional value jaggery and jaggery powder has more nutrients than any of the natural Sweeteners that we have discussed before. Yes both these are also made of sugarcane juice but least processes. Jaggery is natural blood purifier, boost metabolism, detoxes the liver and prevents constipation. If you are facing skin problems replace sugar with jaggery and you will be surprised to see the results in just a matter of few days. Jaggery is hot in nature while jaggery powder is cool. So jaggery is recommended in winters and jaggery powder in summers. However both have almost the same benefits. Moreover both ra readily available at your nearest provision store at cheap prices. 

There are some dishonorable mentions. Recently many people has switched to sugar free, coke zero and other sugar free foods considered them to be healthier alternatives to regular sugar. Such foods contain artificial sweeteners like Aspartame, Acesulphame potassium. These are a no way healthier alternatives and come with so many side effects. So make sure short you not fall for such marketing gimmics. 

So try replacing white sugar with any of these 6 healthy Alternatives for just 21 days and you will see your body fat reducing, skin glowing and energy level increasing