Life without sugar: what happens to the body and mind

Why do we eat so much sugar?

Modern humans consume 2-3 times more sugar daily than recommended by the WHO. It's hidden not only in sweets but also in bread, sauces, yogurts, and ready-made meals. The reason is that sugar causes a rapid release of dopamine (the pleasure hormone), which makes us want more and more of it.

What happens when you give up sugar? First 3-7 days - "withdrawal." Headaches, irritability, sugar cravings. Possible deterioration in sleep and mood. This is a temporary phase: the brain is "unlearning" constant stimulation. After 2-3 weeks - stabilization. Blood insulin and glucose levels decrease. Concentration improves, sleep becomes deeper. The constant feeling of hunger disappears.

After 1-2 months - noticeable changes. Excess weight goes away (especially in the abdominal area). Skin condition improves: inflammation and breakouts decrease. Energy becomes stable throughout the day - without spikes.

What happens to the brain? Sensitivity to dopamine increases - pleasure from regular food and life becomes greater. The risk of depression associated with sugar "swings" decreases. Memory and cognitive functions improve.

Benefits for the body. Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Improved liver and pancreas function. Support for gut microflora. Reduction of systemic inflammation in the body. Possible difficulties.

Life without sugar is not a diet, but a return to the normal state of the body. Just a couple of weeks without sweets and you'll feel how much clearer your thinking has become, how much lighter your body feels, and how much more stable your mood is.