5 ways to reduce your sugar intake for a healthier lifestyle

Increased consumption of sugar can have negative effects on both physical and mental well-being, leading to mood swings and poor concentration.

While completely cutting out sugar may not be necessary, reducing sugar intake is beneficial. Here are five tips from Tetley Tea to help achieve this:

• Read food labels carefully to identify hidden added sugars like high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, dextrose, and maltose. Opt for products labelled ‘unsweetened’ or with minimal added sugar.
• Differentiate between snacks and treats. Opt for nutrient-dense snacks such as raw nuts, seeds, fresh fruit, or plain yoghurt with berries to avoid blood sugar spikes.
• Prepare meals and treats at home to have better control over sugar content. Consider reducing sugar in recipes or using natural sweeteners like dates or pure honey.
• Gradually reduce sugar add-ons in beverages and food to allow taste buds to adapt. Eventually, you may find you need less sugar to enjoy your drinks or meals.
• Choose healthier drink options like home-made iced teas or warm teas without added sugars. Tetley’s range is a recommended option. Experiment with flavourful additions like lemon, mint, berries, cinnamon, or ginger for variety.

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Source: The Citizen