Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed #1 Best Way to Quit Sugar for Good - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
Aug 29, 2025
Discover effective methods to quit sugar for good, tackling the mental and physical challenges that come with it. Learn the importance of accountability partners and a supportive home environment. Explore the relationship between insulin and cravings, and adopt practical low-carb strategies to manage those sweet temptations. Uncover the benefits of xylitol and personal triggers in your journey to better health. Plus, find out about a unique at-home metabolic risk assessment kit to track your progress and enhance your wellness!
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Sugar's Short-Lived Reward
- Sugar gives an immediate buzz but quickly causes fatigue, bloating, and sluggishness.
- Reframe sugar as a short-lived high that leads to feeling terrible afterward.
Wake-Up From A CIMT Scan
- Dr. Ford Brewer got his first CIMT at 57 and found plaque like a typical 73-year-old.
- That wake-up changed his approach from low-fat to avoiding carbs that turn into sugar.
Hidden Sugar In Everyday Foods
- Most dietary sugar comes from grain products like breads and pastas, not just candy or soda.
- Read labels and avoid foods with more than 10g carbs or added sugars.
