Limiting sugar in diets is one of the most important things a person can do to stay healthy and in this episode Kelly and Maria share tips for enjoying sweet things without the negative impact of sugar. They share personal experiences and tangible ideas for listeners to break their own sugar addictions. Have something to share with the hosts? Email it to hello@championsmojo.com.Episode Topics and MentionsSugar addictionCarbohydrate addictionStandard American Diet, SADAmerican Heart AssociationType 2 diabetesCancer11 health risks of sugar articleUniversity of San Francisco study on sugar consumptionHealthy Vegan BitesFat bombsRawRev brand of treatsQuest BarsKeto BarsLily’s ChocolateSteviaZevia soft drinksXylitolKeto dietNegative Effects of Sugar Consumption1. Can cause weight gain2. May increase risk of heart disease3. Linked to acne4. Increases risk of type 2 diabetes5. May increase risk of cancer6. Can lead to fatty liver7. May increase risk of depression8. May accelerate the skin aging process9. Can increase cellular aging10. Drains your energy11. Other health risks:Increase kidney disease risk Negatively impact dental health Increase the risk of developing gout Accelerate cognitive declineHow to Replace Sugar with Safe SweetsGet rid of sugar in your house and replace with treats that have low added sugar, or none. Avoid diet sodas and artificial sweeteners. Use Stevia.Sleep enough and keep stress low.Recognize the addictive qualities of sugar (especially fructose, which is different than the sugar in fruit)Look for alternative sources of sweetness that are actually fiber: this is an amazing blog that lists them and describes the differences: https://www.whatsugar.com/fiber-sweetenerIn addition to the list of products in the blog above, here are a few of our favorite “safe sweets”: Lily’s Chocolate, Choc Zero, Zevia Soda, Coffee Syrups, Bhu Foods, Raw Rev Snack Bars, Quest Bars and Snacks, Fat Bombs RecipeQuote of the Week“It's terrific to live in these times because we have so many sweet options that don't damage the body, they are not based on sugar, but natural fibers, or plants or alcohols that taste sweet -- not artificial sweeteners, which have problems of their own -- but on real whole food sweeteners that are healthy and can satisfy one's sweet tooth." -- Maria ParkerSubscribe to the Champion's Mojo podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play. Have something you wantSupport the show