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Just because your groceries don’t have regular sugar listed in the ingredients, it doesn’t mean those artificial sweeteners are better for your health. In fact, there are a few not-so-sweet reasons to give these sweeteners the slip.

Nutrition labels on our groceries are confusing, misleading and even lacking some vital information – and it’s no coincidence. Here’s how “big sugar” is keeping us hooked on the sweet stuff, and what you can do about it.

You’ve double checked the ingredients on all of your groceries, relieved to find there's no added sugar in sight. So it's all clear, right? Well, not quite. There are tens of deceptive names companies continue to confuse shoppers with, so we’ve compiled all 57 to look out for.

Contrary to the notion that “a calorie is a calorie”, we believe what we’re putting into our bodies is more important than counting calories. Plus, some foods help us regulate our appetites, while others send us into a feeding frenzy – find out what this means for you and why it might be time to ditch the count.

The WHO outlines a variety of guidelines around sugar consumption – and they’re onto something. For those of you with sugar-guzzling sceptics in your life, this article’s for you.

Zero-calorie, intensely sweet artificial sweeteners can look like a miracle ingredient to those seeking to ditch sugar – but not their sweet tooth. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple – here’s why, and what to do instead.

If you’ve quit sugar, or even just reduced your intake, then you’re probably no stranger to the endless comments and jabs about your dietary choices – but you don’t just have to sit there and take it. Here are 13 comebacks that will let you have a little fun with your critics.

Ever noticed how after a period of overindulging on junk food, your mood plummets? It’s no coincidence – the foods we eat affect our gut health, which researchers have unveiled is deeply interconnected with our mental health. Here's how it works and what you can do to to protect your health.

You might be wondering what foods to put on your plate for brekkie when you quit sugar, and we know you’ve heard it countless times before – breakfast is the most important meal of the day – and, when it comes to blood sugar regulation and energy levels, it really is.

Considering the health issues associated with sugar, it’s no wonder so many of us are looking for alternatives. But not all sweeteners are made alike – we’ll be giving you the rundown on the nutritional and fructose content of all the major sweeteners.

If you’ve been curious about the kinds of meals you’ll be enjoying during the 8-Week Program – look no further! Here’s a little sneak peek into 6 of our tasty and affordable recipes.

Kombucha, kimchi and kiwis, oh my! The advice saturating the market on gut health can be contradictory, confusing and expensive– so we’re here to clear it up for you. Read on for everything you need to know about your gut.