Most of us know more about nutrition and wellness than our doctors do. Yet we find ourselves saying things like... I’m addicted to sugar and unsure of where to start when it comes to reducing and/or eliminating processed sugar from my diet. If there is a sugary bread, dessert, cookie, or anything in sight, I want to (and usually do) eat it. I have no portion control when it comes to sweets and salty foods. I eat them way too much. Then I feel guilty and throw my hands up and want to eat even more because the damage is already done. If this sounds like you... It's time to break free of unhealthy habits, refusing to cook at home and damaging health effects caused by sugar addiction. Giving up sugar is difficult, but these five health benefits are worth it in the end. 1. Stable Blood Sugar 2. Better Dental Health 3. Reduce Inflammation 4. Improved Heart Health 5. Weight Management Start the sugar detox cleanse challenge by completing one healthy habit each day. I encourage my clients who participate in this challenge to check off each day as they go and remind them that it’s about progress, not perfection. You should follow this same advice. This is not your normal sugar detox as it focuses on simple habit changes that we all know we should be doing, but aren't and making quick wins and shifts. Good luck with the challenge! Share your experience in our free community, email us if you need support.