The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast #316 5 Steps to Cut Down on Sugar for Better Energy, Lower Inflammation and Healthier Ageing | Dr Rupy Aujla
Sep 24, 2025
Tired and struggling with focus? Your sugar intake could be the culprit! Discover hidden sources of sugar lurking in common foods. Learn why reducing sugar is crucial for better brain health and energy. Is sugar truly addictive? Find out the surprising answers. Get practical tips to cut back without sacrificing your favorites, from rethinking your breakfast to curating your kitchen. This guide offers a clear path to lower sugar and feel your best!
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Sugar Affects How You Feel Today
- Excess sugar harms immediate energy, focus, and inflammation, not just long-term disease risk.
- Reducing sugar can improve mood, sleep, and set the body up for healthier ageing.
Small Daily Sugar Adds Up
- Many guidelines recommend under 25g added sugar per day, but actual intake is much higher.
- Small daily excesses compound into kilograms of extra sugar consumed every year.
Swap Hidden-Sugar Breakfasts
- Avoid common 'healthy' breakfasts like granola and shop-bought smoothies that hide 2–3 teaspoons of sugar each.
- Build breakfasts with protein and fiber to avoid hitting your daily sugar limit early.
