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Going Sugar-Free? Your Handy Low Sugar Food List of What to Eat, What to Avoid

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Are you trying to follow a sugar free foods diet or have you signed up for the Further Food 10-Day Sugar Detox Plan? You might be wondering what sugar-free foods are okay to eat? We’ve created an easy-to-follow low sugar food list infographic of “yes”, “no”, and “limit” foods to help guide you on your no-sugar diet. This low sugar food list features all the foods you can enjoy, as well as some key sugar-rich culprits you should avoid (dried fruit, we’re looking at you!).

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Print out this handy low sugar diet food list guide and put on your fridge or keep it in your bag. Use it when you’re eating out or when you’re trying to figure out what to cook on your no-sugar diet. We also have hundreds of no-sugar added recipes in our recipe database to make it even easier for you to follow a sugar-free diet. Taking steps to cut back on sugar could be one of the best actions you take for your health. Simply decreasing your daily intake could help you lose weight, lower your risk of disease and feel more energized. Now, how sweet is that?

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Sugar has been shown to be a main cause of chronic disease, including heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, depression, dementia, and infertility. Yet, more than 70% of Americans eat over 3 times the recommended daily amount of sugar!

That’s where our Challenge comes in. Our sugar detox will help you start to beat the addiction and take control of your health with sugar free foods. Take the #SUGARPLEDGE to cut out sugar from your life and feel the benefits which can include sustained energy throughout the day, improved focus, fewer cravings, clearer skin, weight loss and less anxiety.

Sugar-free diet: Foods with no sugar
It’s super important to know foods without sugar and those that have added sugar. Our sugar-free food guide will help you determine foods with no sugar that you can eat during our sugar detox as well as anytime you want to follow a sugar free diet. Keep this sugar-free food guide handy with you-print it out or take a screen shot on your phone. Refer to the guide when you are at the market or out to dinner as a reminder of what foods you can eat.

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FAQs

What are the risks of consuming sugar?

Sugar is the general term for any of those sweet-tasting carbohydrates used in food. It’s a quick way to get some fuel for the body, but high-sugar consumption can lead to a lot of health problems and complications. These range from type 2 diabetes and heart disease to cancer and depression. The more sugar you eat, the harder it is to stop. Therefore, eating lots of sugar may only make you crave even more sugar.

What are some sugar-free foods?

There are foods with no sugar and foods with added sugar. Foods that have no added sugar include all meats and seafood (sugar-free protein powders too like Further Food Collagen), and all spices. Vegetables do not have added sugar, and when it comes to fruit, try to eat low glycemic fruits, like blueberries and coconuts. All nuts, seeds, legumes, and beans are a go. Whole grains like brown rice are safe to eat. Drink unsweetened beverages and water, and that includes condiments too.

Which foods should I avoid on a no-sugar diet?

You should avoid sugar products: brown sugar, corn syrup, honey, etc. Anything that tastes super sweet are probably high in sugar. You should also avoid refined flours, condiments with added sugar (check the labels), dried fruit, and any artificial sweeteners. Bananas and potatoes are particularly high in sugar, and be weary of most beverages.

What foods should I limit on a sugar-free diet?

Foods that you can eat but in limit in consumption are monk fruit, stevia, and dark chocolate. You should be careful with your high glycemic fruit consumption, meaning you should limit your consumption of fruits like mangoes and grapes. Finally, dairy products should be limited as well, specifically yogurt, cheese, and milk. Eggs and butter, however, do not need to be worried about when it comes to sugar!

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321 thoughts on “Going Sugar-Free? Your Handy Low Sugar Food List of What to Eat, What to Avoid”

  4. Julie Whistler

    I have chronic inflammation due to thyroidiitis. I need to put weight on my body but I’m afraid on what to eat because of the pain.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Julie: Thanks for reaching out.Sometimes it can be helpful to drink rather than eat. Further Food has some recipes for delicious protein and nutrient filled smoothies that you might like. We can send you some suggestions if you wish. Hope you feel better!

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  5. Catherine T McElroy

    Just been diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer. After 3 years in remission from Triple Negative Breast Cancer now it has travelled to my Lungs. 11th March suppose to start Chemo Tabs don’t want to

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Sharon: Monk fruit is stil a sweetener with a lot of benefits (see this article https://www.furtherfood.com/6-health-benefits-monk-fruit-antiinflammatory-antioxidants-sugar-free/).
      However, for those who are trying to limit sugar intake, we still recommend limited amounts of “sweet” foods such as monkfruit.
      If you are interested in going sugar free, we recommend our 10 day sugar detox challenge. You can learn more here https://shop.furtherfood.com/products/sugar-detox-plan

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Dianna: Thanks for reaching out. So sorry to hear about your pain and troubles. Cutting out sugar and dairy can help reduce inflammation and even with pain. You may want to consider our 10 Day Sugar Detox Challenge, in which you will get daily email videos and tips from our experts, as well as a meal plan and recipes. You can learn more here https://shop.furtherfood.com/products/sugar-detox-plan
      Good luck!

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  8. LynnetteMallows

    Ive just been diagnosed with diabetes don’t know yet what type but I’m struggling with what to eat and to find foods that are completely sugar free

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  9. Monique

    Thank you for The sugar less food information. Its a good thing to reinforce good nutrition values. Be bless always with wellness.🙏🏽🤗

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  11. Robert

    OMG. I thought I was doing the right thing by eating more fruit now I see Bananas, Rasins and Dates are a no no. I even tried making sugar free flapjacks using Banana’s instead of sugar, I won’t miss them as they were a bit yuk. Having watched a telly program I’m not eating anything between 7pm and 9am. Exercise as a weight loss method is over rated and merely a way of distracting the mind, as during physical exercise it’s not possible to eat.

    Thank you for the above informative chart.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Cathy: Salads can be delicious and healthy meals. While we typically recommend making your own dressing, you can use one that comes in a jar-just make sure to read the label to check for any added sugars. Enjoy!

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  13. Janet Kelley

    Looks interesting. I have been searching for food plans for our family. We deal with lupus, arthritis, gluten-free and lactose intolerance. It has been a struggle covering all and being able to afford the right foods for 9 year old to a 65 year old. I will be checking out your Ebook.

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  14. Jelena

    This is very useful! I started few days ago. It is harder then I thought. And I even quit smoking 😅

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Helen: You can print this list out! Just click on the printer icon right below the title of the article. Good Luck!

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  18. Quinn

    Im a bit confused as to why you say that you can’t eat sweet potatoes but you can eat normal potatoes because when I looked online Large potatoes have 2.9 grams sugar and sweet potatoes have 5 grams sugar. Am I missing something? Also I was wondering if I could still eat frozen fruit?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Quinn: Thanks for the question. But sweet potatoes and potatoes are on the “no” foods on this list. Frozen fruit is fine as long as it has no added sugars and you eat small portion-1/2-1 cup. Good luck.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Bree: Thanks for the question. Frozen fruit is fine, as long as there is no added sugars. We recommend 1/4-1/2 cup serving size. Good luck!

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  20. Bree

    Hello I was wondering if I could still take gummy vitamins. To be specific I take nature bounty hair skin and nails gummy vitamins. There only 15 calories and 2g of sugar per dosage but since it is such a small dosage I was wondering if I am still able to take them?

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  22. Shannon

    Hi have you got a list of foods that contain no sugar at all, natural or added. I wanted a few things that were totally sugar free all together!
    Thanks 🙂

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  23. Holly

    I’m on day 5 with no sugar. Aiming for 1 month. Feeling fine so far.
    Just wondering why you recommend to limit cheese? I know milk has quite high natural sugar levels (5%) but I’ve checked the labels on my cheeses and it varies between 0.1 and 0.8 %, which seems pretty low. Is there something I don’t know? I’m in the U.K. maybe our cheese is different? I don’t eat meat or fish so cheese is pretty fundamental! Thanks

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Holly: Thanks for the question. Glad you are doing great on a no-sugar diet so far. If you have checked the labels on your cheeses and they are low sugar, then you are welcome to use it in your no sugar diet.
      Good luck!

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  28. Maranda Jones

    My daughter and I are both trying to get off sugar in our diet and its been very challenging, so we can use all the support that we can get.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Rachael:
      Thanks for the comment. You can use this guide to find recommended foods. Let us know if you have any other questions.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Stay tuned for a the New Further Food 10 Day Restart Sugar Detox Program. Details will be available on our website in a few weeks!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Beckie: Thanks for the question. Try to look for whole grain couscous. Plain couscous is like regular pasta and contains a lot of empty calories. Good luck!

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  54. Kate Webber

    Struggling to find foods with no suger,even yogurt,is there always suger in yogurt?? Anyway any help to find the right foods would help.Even so called diet meals have suger.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Thanks for question. It can be difficult to find foods without sugar-reading labels is so important. You can definitely find yogurts without sugar-look for unflavored varieties as those are the most likely to have no sugar added. Your best bet is to replace store bought diet meals with home made no sugar added recipes. You can find lots of no sugar added recipes here https://www.furtherfood.com/diet_restriction/no-sugar-added/

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Maryse:
      For the 7 day sugar detox, we recommend no alcohol. This just helps your body do a complete detox. Once the 7 days are over, vodka in very limited quantities is fine.

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  63. Christine

    Do you have a cookbook that has all the receipts that are in the 7 day sugar detox challenge. If so how can I get it?

    Thank you so much!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Christine: Thanks for the question! It’s a great idea, but for now we don’t have a cookbook. If you subscribe to our newsletter, you will get an E-book with some low sugar recipes using our products. You can sign up here https://www.furtherfood.com/

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  65. kate Blankemeyer

    so I signed up for the 7 day detox challenge..what about red wine? or just a shot of vodka or gin? Theres no sugar in those and very few in red wine. What about berries? stevia?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Kate: Thanks for all the questions. For the 7 days of the sugar detox we recommend away from alcohol. Stevia is fine in limited quantities. We love berries! Good luck.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Betty: Peanuts and cashews are on our approved list of foods for the sugar detox, however if you have any concerns about lectin and your kidneys, we recommend you check with your medical care practitioner. Good luck!

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  69. Shelby

    My husband and I plan to cut sugar from our diets, but I need some help with breakfast ideas for myself. I do not like eggs and I’m allergic to oats and flax, so oatmeal and many whole grain breads are not possible.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Trish: What bread are you referring to? We can send you some other bread recipes-are you looking for gluten free?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Nicola: Thanks for the question. While we like potatoes and especially sweet potatoes, for purposes of the 7 day sugar detox, we recommend removing them from your diet as they have a high glycemic index. There are lots of other vegetables that are delicious and are great for the detox.

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  82. Norja Richardson

    I’m trying to go sugar free forJanuary. I found that sweet things makes my stomach hurts. I would be interested in your 7 day challenge.

    Norja

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  85. Catherine Olds

    Looking through some of the recipes, I noticed some complicated and intensive ones. Please tell me the recipes used in the challenge will be simple and easily made with ingredients found at the local market. Please tell me we won’t have to make scallops with fresh chick peas.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Thanks for the question. We have 2 meal plans that you can choose from. We have chosen some of our most popular and simple recipes. There are no scallops with chickpeas on the menu! Please join us!

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  86. Donna Jean

    I know I am addicted to sugar and I am a type 2 diabetic I need to lose a lot of weight I HATE the way I look and I am ready to do something about it I need guidance and lots of help

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  88. Michell Ortiz

    Dextrose is in just about every seasoned meat. Should we avoid every ingredient that ends with “ose?” Also corn turns to sugar correct?Thank you

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  89. Michell Ortiz

    Eric & I are in! Sugar addiction is no joke. We we’re doing laundry and they had free coffee. So we poured ourselves a cup but no sweetener. We use Swerve normally. We sprinkled a 1/2 teaspoon of sugar into our cup of coffee and holy cow we started sweating and it felt like our hearts we’re going to jump out of our chest!😱 Our hands we’re shaking! It was an awful feeling! To He’ll with sugar! Literally! My moto “I refuse to be a stastic, I’m in charge of my health!”

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    1. Recipe Team

      For the sugar detox we only recommend small amounts of stevia if necessary. We recommend removing dates, honey and maple syrup from your diet for the 7 days of detox to help your body adjust to no sugar. If you are looking to sweeten your coffee, we recommend some cinnamon or almond milk. Fruit is also naturally sweet and can be added to plain yogurt. Good luck!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Thanks for the question. We don’t count numbers of sugar in our diet. For purposes of the detox we try to avoid all added sugars, often found in processed foods. Fresh fruit in moderation is fine.

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  96. Doug Stante

    Almost EVERYTHING in a bag, can, bottle or jar in a grocery store has either sugar, honey, fructose or high fructose corn syrup added, Even things like Cocktail sauce for shrimp, and Horseradish sauce!! I found sugar added to dry roasted and salted sunflower seeds!!
    Cutting sugar out of your diet should be your highest priority. Doing so, however, may be near to impossible.
    The only cottage cheese I’ve found that is made from only skim milk, cream and cultures is Daisy. Everybody else adds some sort of sweetner.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Dan: We try to limit any type of “sweetener” during the detox, therefore stevia should be used in small amounts.

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  100. Bridget

    Im desperate to lose at least 15kg which I’ve put on since I fell into depression and PTSD. I have no energy because I find lollies ice cream ect my go too food but I do eat fresh veges and lean meat.
    I don’t like any seafood at all. Never have so how do I get around this? Ive always been slim with a great figure and now im ashamed even though my husband loves me no matter what but he wants me healthy. Im 5.4 in height and usually no bigger that 65 70 kg. Im currently 83kg which is 3 kg over my BMI which is scaring me. Exercise is hard as I have anxiety attacks in public and my motivation is very poor.

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  101. Sandra

    Looking foreword to diet with no sugar, had lost 3st and keep it off but over the year which we bought a caravan I’ve put a 1st on and would very much like to loose it😂

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  102. tim burgmaster

    I cheated a bit over the weekend by having and a little cereal and a cookie but have lost 11 lbs in 2 weeks.
    Back to the grind today, had some pink grapefruit for breakfast, some leftover meatballs for lunch, and some poached eggs with 1/2 slice of whole grain bread for dinner.

    Back at it!

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  104. SANDEE P PINKHAM

    I AM A KIDNEY & DIABETIC PATIENT…. I CAN NOT FIND A WEBSITE WITH FOODS, RECEIPES, ETC. ANY HELP WOULD BE MUCH APPRECIATED. THANK YOU

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi there. Did you sign up for our sugar detox? You will get lots of recipes and meal plans. In the meantime, we have many recipes on Further Food that are no-sugar and easy to make!

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  105. SANDEE PINKHAM

    I AM A KIDNEY & DIABETIC PATIENT…. I CAN NOT FIND A GOOD WEBSITE FOR FOODS TO EAT, RECEIPES, ETC. ANY HELP YOU CAN GIVE WOULD BE MUCH APPRECIATED… THANK YOU

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Tim: That sounds fine-alcohol usually evaporates during cooking, but again, it’s all about portions and moderation. Limited amounts of sherry or marsala are fine.

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  108. Claire farnell

    I started my sugar, gluten and dairy detox 4 weeks ago.
    I’ve lost a healthy 10 lbs already. My skin is glorious. I’ve stopped craving sugar altogether. Pains in my joints are going.
    Day 10-14 were the worst detox days. The headaches were shocking.
    It’s quite unbelievable how much hidden sugar is in so much of our foods.

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  110. anita

    is canned tuna or salmon any good for this diet…which is better in oil or in spring water..
    thanks for reply Anita

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  113. Lance

    Hi there, I started a sugar free diet not long a go and am doing ok so far. the biggest problem i am having is at dinner. every thing seams to have sugar in it, so lets say i am going to have a chicken breast normally every thing i looked up to put on it like a sauce ( BBQ, soy) has sugar. then when i am hungry there is nothing i can snack on besides fruit to hold me over until my next meal. a normal day for me goes something like this i wake up eat a hard boiled egg, will pick at grapes and may have a bonnan at dinner will have a chicken breast seasoned with mrs dash with brown rice and veggies corn green beans carrots what ever is in the house

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  114. Anne Camilleri

    I am a diabetic. It has effected slightly my eyesight. I am in despite need of how to keep the sugar under control. Can you explain to me how humulin 3 and GALVUS work? Thanks

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  118. Yvonne English

    I am a diabetic and want to stop eating sweets .I have a fatty liver as Well. I just need a little help with choice of food . Yvonne

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  119. barbara

    Looking forward to this challenge. Unfortunately some of my most favorite fruits has to be comsumed in ltd amt. Banana, mango pineapple. But I am all in

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  121. Sally Keyter

    I have joined the 7 day challenge and I believe we will start on the 18th June but it would be helpful to know what we need to do regarding shopping. I normally shop on the weekend for my weeks shopping so it would be great to get this information for 16th or 17th June. Sx

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Sally:
      Welcome! You will receive the shopping list on the Thursday before the Challenge. Good luck!

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  125. laci

    there is a sugar free chalang that you have to do for 21 days because researchers say that if you cut out something for 21 days then you break a habit like sugar!!!

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  127. Naomi

    Hey there 🙂 I am a Uni student on a severely tight budget but I want to cut down on my sugar intake.. i figure this is a good place to start. Any tips for a new comer?
    How often can I drink Coffee? i love green tea too but i was wondering how often i can have a cup of coffee? keeping in mind i would use almond milk and a sugar substitute

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  128. Paul Rivera

    How is fruit ok to eat if it has natural sugars. That’s not sugar free . My girlfriend is super sensitive to sugar.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Natural sugars in fruit are fine for our sugar detox. We recommend eating fruit in moderation-1-2 servings per day. However, we recommend avoiding all added sugars found in processed foods for the detox. Good luck to you and your girlfriend.

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  130. Linda Rickett

    I drastically cut down my sugar intake without knowing about the help you can give. Lost 9 lbs in weight too. Have printed off your sugar free guide. Thanks.

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  131. Debbie

    I to am suffering from Cirrhosis of the liver(I am 65) I stopped drinking 12/22/17 my problem is I am always hungry. I was eating candy, cakes & pies like crazy until I read your story. I am trying to go sugar & gluten free.

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  132. Jenny

    I have massively reduced my sugar consumption already and feel great for it. Looking forward to reducing it further and maybe seeing a few lb’s disappear!!

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  135. Dixie Phillips

    How do diet sodas figure into this diet? I think I can eliminate sugar but not sure about Diet Coke!!!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Dixie-we recommend cutting out all artificial sweeteners as they can actually increase sugar cravings! Try replacing your soda with lemon water or turmeric tea instead!

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  137. Aaron Stevens

    We’re trying to implement the sugar detox challenge in our workplace and the following questions have come up.
    1) Is vodka okay? There’s no sugar in vodka, so why not allow it?
    2) In terms of the “limit foods” section, what’s the definition of “limit”? Is one of each of these items per day okay? Or is it one of these per day?
    Thank you!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Aaron: That’s great that you are implementing our challenge at work! All alcohol, including vodka, should be limited for the 7 days. Even if vodka doesn’t have sugar, it’s still an alcohol that can affect your liver as well as your will power-so for the 7 days we omit it. After the 7 day challenge, vodka and other alcohols should be used in moderation (and be careful about not adding in sugary juices or other mixers). In terms of the limit foods, it depends on which ones. Some you should limit in how many items you have per day-such as the high glycemic fruits. Others you should limit in quantiy-such as cheese (only a small portion per day). Good Luck!

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  138. Elaine Milne

    Hi me and my husband are looking to In prove our self s by going on the sugar free diet can you give us any help please.

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  143. Laura

    Thank you for this simple list! Great to have in one place. Please can I ask if lemon is OK? I only saw lime in the allowed fruits list but not lemon. I like a slice of lemon and gingerin hot water in the mornings so wanted to check! Thank you.

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  145. Judy

    Why is Stevia under the limited foods. I follow THM and we are allowed to have Stevia. People have been dropping weight like crazy. Does the Stevia do something to our bodies that I am not aware of?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Thanks for the questions.We recommend limiting all sugars and consuming Stevia in moderation as eating too many sweetened foods can lead to more sugar cravings. Good luck!

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  146. Pondermess

    Hi there, not sure if I am missing it here, but I can’t find ‘potatoes’ (not sweet pot). Can someone please confirm if normal potatoes are sugar free or high/low GI? I have heard conflicting things!

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  147. Tina moore

    Hi , I live in rural Scotland , will I be able to sign up for the 7 day detox , are the ingredients for the recipes common knowledge worldwide?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Tina:
      We offer 2 meal plans with lots of recipe choices. We have had people do our sugar challenge from all over the world. We hope you will join us!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Brenda: This chart is a good start! Did you sign up for our next detox that starts March 19? We will send yu meal plans and recipes to help you out. Good luck!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Stevia is still a sweetener. The goal of our 7 day sugar detox is to remove sweeteners as much as possible. Thanks for the question.

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  151. Paul Clark

    I’ve done it before but went on a massive binge of really crap food and after a few years of that sugar is making my health deteriorate so need to do this for myself and my family

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  152. Larry L Pranger

    Thank you for this list on sugar. I , after 28 years in Denver, Colorado moved to Winston-Salem N C. The difference is, day & night. Healthcare in America. Colorado rated 13 of 51. Includes D C. North Carolina # 47. Fattest cities in America? Jackson , Mississippi # 1. Now they are rating 100 cities. Winston-Salem is rated # 9. Denver is # 97. Seattle- Tacoma. # 100. Best. To your readers!!! Why, don’t the governors, Mayors of 10 southern states do SOMETHING as the fat, obese situation in their states contributes to our extreme high cost of health insurance. SUGAR, other than cultural, education, contributes to this epidemic in the SOUTH!!! Larry L Pranger.

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  154. Catharine

    Just signed up for the 2/19 challenge because short of going to a sugar rehab facility I am at the end of my rope!

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  155. Sarah Butters

    I am trying sugar free as addicted to diet coke and also have polycystic ovaries so it’s important for me to give up sugar as the condition can’t control insulin

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  157. Victoria Shaw

    I find this hard I was going try give up suger for cancer charity and I t not do well today but also tomorrow I got cold make things wose

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  158. Marwan

    Hello, based on my experience as a diabetic, lentils and all kind of beans has lots of carbs and therefore increases the sugar level, so shouldn’t they be avoided ?

    Thank you

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  160. Gilbert Burt

    I am a 35 year diabetic. I always try to count my carbs and sugars as I eat and making making my carbs come out a lot more than sugars (sometimes having to guess, but I admit that I have made some good guesses).

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  161. Ellie

    A Kiwi is not a fruit. It is a bird, an endangered bird. You’d be arrested for eating a kiwi. KiwiFRUIT on the other hand IS a fruit. It’s like the difference between a grape and a grapefruit. Make a note.

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  163. Jacqueline Wood

    Sugar appears to be the root of all evil for me weight wise and health wise, I think now is the time for me to take stock of my rubbish diet and go sugar free! I’m hoping for a revelation! It is going to be hard but now I have determination.

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  165. Andy Plummer

    Hi, I feel sugar may be the root cause of all my problems. I had a bad relationship and I think the sugar might have caused it. I yelled sometime because of the sugar. Can the sugar diet help me to be a more loving person?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Andy: Sugar can cause a lot of imbalances in blood sugar levels which can affect mood! We hope you will try our 7 day sugar detox.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Tina: Cutting out sugar has lots of benefits, especially for those with diabetes. We hope you will sign up for the detox with your mom.

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  168. Tania Young

    I have given up sugar,I had no choice in the matter ,for some reason ,my right leg and foot and heal pain’s ,also pushed my blood pressure up,doctors couldn’t figure what the problem was,I new instinctively that sugar was the culprit, I have been feeling much better, since .

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi: We make it so easy for you! We give you meal plans, recipes and even a shopping list. And it’s just 7 days! We recommend you sign you and just give it a try. We offer the sugar detox several times a year, so you can keep doing it repeatedly. Good luck!

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  172. Soraya shehab-Ash

    I would like to know that if I am not sure of a food or drink I can ask and some one will Gide me . I was on optifast that was great I went overseas and put on 5kg l would like to loose that without going back on optifast. My weight is 85kg I would like to be 75kg. Thank you.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Jean: What is soya kilt? Just make sure to read the ingredients-if there is sugar, honey, or any other sweetener, you should avoid eating the food during the challenge.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Sarah: Grain bread is fine-just make sure to read the label! Make sure there is no sugar or hidden sugars such as honey, maple syrup, or high glucose corn syrup.

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  177. Brandi Davis Ring

    I have diabetes that is controlled through pills, but was told that if I lose weight it would go away, the same as my high blood pressure. I eat good but not as good as I should and I want to be healthier.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Brandi: We hope you will join our sugar detox in January. Cutting out sugar can help you lose weight and reduce your blood pressure!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Xavier: We have had lots of people who have lost weight on the sugar detox. We hope you will try it and give us your feedback.

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  180. Gen

    As a waitress at a busy chain restaurant, I sometimes struggle to resist the urge to eat some of the more sugary/processed that we serve. Any advice on how to say no when I’m surrounded by, and forgot to bring my own snack?
    Also any advice on breaking a nine year old’s obsession with sugar?
    Thanks.

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  182. Michelle

    Hell I’m in for this challenge. I shall try this for 1 week, the hardest is the wine o’clock!! That will be the hardest to boot.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Michelle: We are glad you are trying our sugar challenge! Hang in there, especially in the first few days, and it should get easier.

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  183. Sharon PROFFITT

    When you say limit some foods what does that mean, once a day, or once a week not sure how much is right
    Regards Sharon

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  184. Bridget bennett

    Hi I have 2 boys with glycogen storage disease and need to limit sugar intake could you give me some recipes please

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  185. Rhonda Spayd

    My husband and I are eager to get started with our sugar detox! Two of our daughters have been trying to get us to do this so we are going to try it. Just a question about potatoes it says white potatoes how about red or sweet potatoes or even yellow potatoes? thanks for this site it is great with all the recipes.

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Rhonda:
      We are so glad that you and your husband are going to do our next detox! As far as potatoes, we recommend you limit all types during the detox. Good luck!

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  186. Jo

    My daughter has to avoid all sugars even natural sugars in fruits , dairy , gluten and refined foods . The sugar thing im finding hardest to find recipes for

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Jo: We think you will find lots of recipes on Further Food for your daughter. Our sugar detox has two different meal plans and both are gluten free.

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  187. Laura

    Hello I am vegans so I can’t do any eggs, meat, milk or seafood. Would tofu be okay to use in place for those food items those?
    Thanks

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  188. Kerrie

    Seriously considering trying this for health reasons, BUT im allergic to vinegar. Are there any sugar free alternatives to dip veggies in, like cucumbers?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Kerrie:
      We offer two different meal plans. You will have many choices that do not involve vinegar. You should definitely give it a try!

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Jean:
      Hi Jean: Bacon is fine in moderation. As far as the oatmeal and any other packaged food, always look at the back of the label for added sugars.

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  197. Corissa

    Hi! I just have one question. Can you eat any kind of butter? Or can you have margarine, sweet cream butter, etc or does it matter?
    Thank you

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi Corissa: You should avoid hydrogenated fats in general. And then butter is fine-just always read the labels to make sure there is no added sugar.

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  198. Kelly M Mason

    Ready to take the challenge
    I have been living almost sugar free but excited to tamp it up
    I have MS and have been on the Wahls protocol which mirrors this very much
    I see I have been having to much pineapple though

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  200. Anonymous

    What about Xylitol?

    And why do you feature recipes on your site that are loaded with sugar– easy no bake chocolate PB bars, really? A little tempting for those avoiding sugar, no?

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    1. Recipe Team

      Hi thanks for you comments. Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that cannot be digested by the body. While this makes it a zero-calorie sugar substitute, the effects on the body are unclear. Because it can’t be metabolized, it can build up in the digestive tract and cause harmful bacteria to ferment there, causing intestinal discomfort, bloating, etc. Research has shown stevia is a safe sugar substitute, but the research on xylitol is unclear.
      As far as the recipes, we offer a variety of options that people can choose from. If you are looking for only sugar free recipes, we have many recipes on Further Food that can help you stick with your sugar free diet.

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  203. Lucy Geijske

    LOL your list is sooo American ! We won’t be eating Bison here in Australia. (might need to substitute with crocodile) LOL 🙂 Looking forward to the sugar detox.

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      Hey Jocelyn, thanks for your question! During the detox we recommend that you limit refined flours. You can find lots of recipes within our meal plan and on the further food site. If you do want to eat noodles or tortillas, we would recommend whole grain varieties like whole wheat, brown rice or quinoa pasta. Hope that helps!

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      1. Jocelyn

        Hi Samantha! Thank you for the quick response and suggestion. The meal plan is great, and I’ll definitely try some recipes in the future.

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