Our bodies build up a tolerance to sugar. As an article from M.D. Anderson states, we expect things to taste sweet. Cut back on sugar gradually. If you like sugar in your coffee, have you ever tried going without it? Did you like how it tasted? You probably found it too bitter. Instead of cutting all sugar and dramatically changing the way something tastes, gradually reduce it. Over time you won’t notice the change in taste as much and you’ll be more likely to successfully cut back on sugar.
Learn the sources and names for sugar. Processed and packaged foods can be loaded with added sugar. But they often don’t call it by that name. Instead, manufacturers use names like fructose and sucrose. Learn the other names for sugar. Then, get in the habit of reading nutrition labels to better understand how much sugar you’re consuming.
Cook at home. It’s hard to know exactly how much sugar is in the food you get eating out. By cooking your own food you can better control how much sugar you consume.
Watch what you drink. Juice, soda and other beverages often contain added sugar. Make sure to read the label and choose water whenever possible.
By watching your sugar intake, you may have better success maintaining a healthy weight – an important part of lowering your cancer risk.
