What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Added Sugar for Two Weeks
Your health is a trust, and sugar is one of the easiest places to start looking after it. Dr. Amr Elyamany lists seven changes many people notice after going two weeks without added sugar.
Seven changes you may notice
- You can go longer between meals without feeling hungry.
- You have more energy, because your body starts using its fat stores as fuel.
- You lose weight.
- If you had inflammation or anxiety, your mood may improve noticeably.
- Your thinking becomes clearer, with better concentration and attention.
- Your skin looks younger, smoother and healthier.
- Inflammation and aches in the body reduce considerably.
How to do it well
- Cut added sugar first: soft drinks, sweets, sweetened juice and sugary drinks. Whole fruit is a different matter.
- Read labels: sugar hides in sauces, breakfast cereals and flavoured yoghurt.
- Replace, do not just remove: water, unsweetened tea or coffee, fruit and nuts.
A note of care
If you have diabetes or take medication for blood sugar, talk to your doctor before you make big changes to your diet.
Key takeaway: Two weeks without added sugar is a simple experiment with a lot to gain.
When to see a doctor
- You have diabetes or take medicines for blood sugar
- Constant thirst, frequent urination or unexplained tiredness
- Cravings that feel out of control
Need advice about your own case? Book a consultation with Dr. Amr Elyamany in Dubai.
This article is for general education and does not replace an in-person medical examination. If you have symptoms, please consult a qualified doctor.