How to Kiss Sugar Addiction Goodbye

by Mark Hyman MD
Do this for 10 days for a quick, powerful detox.

Make the Decision
Commit yourself to this 10-day detox. These changes will reset your brain and body.

Quit Cold Turkey
Stop all forms of sugar: white flour, artificial sweeteners, hydrogenated fats, MSG and pre-packaged foods.

Don't Drink Your Calories
No sweetened teas and coffees, and no juices other than green vegetable juice.

Add Protein to Every Meal
Include eggs, nuts, seeds, fish, chicken or grass-fed meats.

Eat the Right Carbs
Only non-starchy veggies: asparagus, green beans, mushrooms, onions, zucchini, tomatoes, fennel, egglant, and peepers.

Include Good Fats at Every Meal
Go for nuts and seeds, avocado and fish, which offer omega-3 fatty acids.

Manage Your Stress
When you're stressed, your cortisol shoots up. This will drive up your hunger and can fuel sugar cravings.

Quit Gluten and Dairy
It's not easy, but after two or three days, you will have more energy and fewer cravings.

Sleep
If you get less than 4 hours a night, it can drive you to eat more calories.