Processed foods often contain much more sugar than you would expect. Make sure to read the Nutrition Facts label and Ingredient List to know what you are eating.
Cut out sugar sweetened beverages from your diet. Choose water, or flavor your own water with fresh fruit, cucumber or herbs.
Stay away from products made with high fructose corn syrup.
Compare the Nutrition Facts labels of your favorite packaged foods. Choose the food lowest in sugar.
Make food from scratch as much as possible to avoid eating too much added sugar.
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Look at the Ingredient List on the packaging of foods in your house. Is there sugar or another sweetener in this product? If so, search for an alternative with no added sugar next time you are at the store.
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