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If you’re in the USA, your nutritional labels are controlled by guidelines set out by the FDA, and you might have noticed a few key differences to the labels we see on the back of Australian food products. We’ll be unpacking how to decipher these confusing codes, whether you live downunder or in the United States.

There are a number of impressive health benefits that come with the 8-Week Program, from reeling in a sugar addiction to improving digestion. We’ll be unpacking 5 science-backed ways quitting sugar can transform your life.

Ever wondered what the difference between the sugar in an apple and a marshmallow is? Well, the chemical makeup of the sugar itself might not be so distinct, but the other nutrients found in these foods are what make all the difference. Let’s dive into the effects of natural and added sugars on the body.

We’ve compiled a few common but unexpected sources of hidden sugar lurking in some of the most frequented shelves of your local supermarket. It’s worth taking a dive into your pantry to make sure none of these popular food items are slipping you an unwanted dose of added sugars – here’s what to look out for.

 If you’ve ever felt that midnight urge to polish off a block of chocolate or felt yourself craving a sugary pick-me-up during that dreaded mid-afternoon slump, you’re likely familiar with the pull of that sweet, white stuff. We’ll be unpacking the science behind sugar addiction, including what makes a substance addictive and what sugar actually does to your brain’s reward system.

After the birth of her third child, Tara Whaley was told her child had Prader-Willi syndrome, a rare disease affecting just 350,000 people or 1 in 15, 000 births. The 45-year-old fashion designer shares her story, including how the condition has affected her family’s lives and her fears and hopes for the future.

Weight gain and obesity are closely linked to excess sugar consumption, and the reason is simple – fructose. We’ll be diving into what this stuff is and how it affects your overall health. It’s no secret that sugar has an alarming impact on weight management, but you might be wondering how it all works. We’ll be sharing 3 major ways the sweet stuff can sabotage your health goals.

We know sugar can leave us feeling tired, sluggish and moody, but did you know it can cause long-lasting damage to your gut microbiome? Inflammation, poor digestion and constipation are the trifecta of signs something’s amiss – we’ll be unpacking how sugar affects gut health.

If reducing your risk for heart disease and obesity weren’t reason enough to reign in your sugar addiction, combatting the impact of sugar on mental health might be your motivation. Here's how sugar is stoking the flames of stress, depression and anxiety.

Find yourself craving chocolate in the middle of the night? Or do you struggle to get through the day without something sweet? Or perhaps your problem is emotional eating – but since you’re here, you already know this. That’s why we'll be unpacking our top tips and tricks to get you off the sweet stuff for good – here’s how to quit sugar in 6 simple steps.

Have you been thinking about quitting sugar and leaving behind all the health issues that come with your addiction, but are not quite sure whether – or how – to take the plunge?  Before you dive into how to quit sugar, let’s unpack a few reasons why you’ll want to in the first place – and trust us, there are enough reasons to outnumber the ingredients list on a chocolate bar!

Learning how to find hidden sugar in food is no easy feat, especially when some of the so-called “health” foods are loaded with more hidden sugars than their “junky” counterparts. That’s why we’re here to show you what's lurking under the tip of the iceberg of 6 surprisingly sugary foods – plus, we’ll be sharing a FREE tasty, wholesome tzatziki recipe to light up your next meal.