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De Suikerdetox
De bewijzen dat suiker slecht is voor het lichaam stapelen zich op. Suiker, vooral overmatig gebruik van suiker, verstoort een evenwichtige en natuurlijke opname van vitaminen en mineralen in de darmen. Mensen die veel zoet eten, neigen teveel te eten omdat de suikers op den duur de eetlust niet meer bevredigen. Suikergebruik kan een verslaving worden. Per jaar nemen we per persoon een kleine 40 kilo suiker tot ons. Door suiker overmatig te gebruiken, apart en (verstopt) in allerlei producten, zijn we er verslaafd aan geraakt en ondermijnen we onze gezondheid. Zozeer zelfs dat we er goed ziek van kunnen worden en zelfs onze levensduur erdoor verkorten.
De suikerdetox is een zeer praktisch boek dat de gevaren van het eten van suiker -- zowel geraffineerd als ongeraffineerd, kunstmatig én natuurlijk -- inzichtelijk maakt. Het is geschreven door een voedingsdeskundige en een dermatoloog. Juist deze combinatie maakt het boek uniek: suiker heeft een verwoestende uitwerking op je lijf, je huid, je gezicht en je uitstraling.
Door middel van een stapsgewijze detox, en handvaten die je helpen suiker op een verantwoorde manier weer aan je dieet toe te voegen, helpt De suikerdetox je voor eens en altijd af te rekenen met de sluipmoordenaar die suiker kan zijn.
De suikerdetox is een zeer praktisch boek dat de gevaren van het eten van suiker -- zowel geraffineerd als ongeraffineerd, kunstmatig én natuurlijk -- inzichtelijk maakt. Het is geschreven door een voedingsdeskundige en een dermatoloog. Juist deze combinatie maakt het boek uniek: suiker heeft een verwoestende uitwerking op je lijf, je huid, je gezicht en je uitstraling.
Door middel van een stapsgewijze detox, en handvaten die je helpen suiker op een verantwoorde manier weer aan je dieet toe te voegen, helpt De suikerdetox je voor eens en altijd af te rekenen met de sluipmoordenaar die suiker kan zijn.
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First published May 28, 2013
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January 10, 2024
The authors provide an easy-to-implement four-week sugar-detox program that definitely -- I can attest firsthand -- gets results, with respect to everything from energy levels to weight loss to skin health. What's more, they explain (in layman's terms) the basic science that underlies the processes of curtailing sugars from one's diet, on both a temporary and permanent basis. By understand exactly how, from a biochemical perspective, eliminating/reducing sugar from my diet results in holistic health benefits, I found myself especially motivated to sustain these practices beyond the 31-day cleanse.
The midsection of the book gets mired in a long digression about skincare habits, which seems somewhat tangential (if not entirely unrelated) to the main subject. There's also a lengthy tangent about incorporating a routine exercise regimen into one's lifestyle. It's not unhelpful but, speaking as someone who's worked with a personal trainer, it's hard to visualize a particular exercise by reading a paragraph-long, step-by-step description of it; it's more effective to see it actually demonstrated by a trainer at the gym or even on a YouTube video. The chapters on skincare and exercise, however superfluous, are well-meaning and not altogether unhelpful, but the book's real value is the sugar-detox program itself, along with its detailed, week-by-week menu of approved foods and beverages.
Bottom line: As an accessible how-to manual, The Sugar Detox outlines the steps and supplies the encouragement required to dramatically reduce one's dependence on processed sugars. I'm not someone who ever considered himself a "sugar addict" -- I don't for the most part eat cookies or candy bars -- but I was genuinely surprised how much processed sugar I was consuming through other (non-sweet) foods. This book has made me more conscious of my dietary habits, and for that reason, I recommend it to anyone considering this simple-yet-effective lifestyle change.
The midsection of the book gets mired in a long digression about skincare habits, which seems somewhat tangential (if not entirely unrelated) to the main subject. There's also a lengthy tangent about incorporating a routine exercise regimen into one's lifestyle. It's not unhelpful but, speaking as someone who's worked with a personal trainer, it's hard to visualize a particular exercise by reading a paragraph-long, step-by-step description of it; it's more effective to see it actually demonstrated by a trainer at the gym or even on a YouTube video. The chapters on skincare and exercise, however superfluous, are well-meaning and not altogether unhelpful, but the book's real value is the sugar-detox program itself, along with its detailed, week-by-week menu of approved foods and beverages.
Bottom line: As an accessible how-to manual, The Sugar Detox outlines the steps and supplies the encouragement required to dramatically reduce one's dependence on processed sugars. I'm not someone who ever considered himself a "sugar addict" -- I don't for the most part eat cookies or candy bars -- but I was genuinely surprised how much processed sugar I was consuming through other (non-sweet) foods. This book has made me more conscious of my dietary habits, and for that reason, I recommend it to anyone considering this simple-yet-effective lifestyle change.
October 2, 2013
This is a perfectly fine book - but a little on the basic side for me. I do appreciate the advice on the 3 day "detox" for getting sweet tooth cravings under control, but I found more helpful information in other books I've already read. I thing this would be a very decent resource for someone just starting to change their eating/exercise habits, but I'm more in the maintenance phase of now making sure I keep good habits so this is a book that I skimmed.
May 16, 2013
Overall, I liked the book. It did tend to get really heavy in the science behind it all. Some other books in this same category I've read talk about the science parts which are important, but in a really concise way. For the audience the authors are trying to reach, it was just too much. I found myself skimming a lot of it because I was bored.
I love the 4 week plan they came up with. It seems fairly easy to follow (although I already eat this way most of the time, so it may be harder for others), and includes some great recipes! I bookmarked several that I can't wait to try.
They authors stress that this is a lifestyle, not a diet, which I think is great. I agree completely with them that sugar is the real problem with our diets. I would recommend this book for those looking to make long-term adjustments to their diets. The authors really make it easy for you to make some changes.
I love the 4 week plan they came up with. It seems fairly easy to follow (although I already eat this way most of the time, so it may be harder for others), and includes some great recipes! I bookmarked several that I can't wait to try.
They authors stress that this is a lifestyle, not a diet, which I think is great. I agree completely with them that sugar is the real problem with our diets. I would recommend this book for those looking to make long-term adjustments to their diets. The authors really make it easy for you to make some changes.
February 4, 2024
There was a lot of good information in this book. Sadly, it was not really designed to be an audiobook, but it was still in good information anyway. I don’t know how doable this is in our world, but it sure does sound pretty. I did roll my eye and some stuff at the beginning, but after that, everything else was good.
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February 28, 2023I didn't get too far into this. As other reviewers said, it felt a bit basic, and the parts about skin care seemed out of place.
July 22, 2017
Totally cured my mad addiction to sugar free gum (it was out of hand). Didn't really get the skincare part...seemed strangely unrelated. Followed it to a tee and after great despair, indifference and finally peace, I don't need anything at all sweet in my coffee (which I never ever in a million years thought I would give up!). Had a little hypnosis on the side to seal the deal but in the end: mission accomplished.
April 5, 2015
Sugar. We consume way too much of it as a nation. That’s why there’s an obesity problem and so many people develop Type 2 Diabetes. It’s an epidemic. I used to have a major sweet tooth but consciously reduced my sugar intake, even cutting out diet soda/soda two years ago. I read labels. Only use one teaspoon of cane sugar in my tea. I feel much better and don’t miss it.
In this book, Brooke Alpert and Patricia Farris, MD provide a sugar detox plan for people to reduce or eliminate sugar from their diets. They tell you what to avoid, what to eat and suggest meal plans. They provide detailed benefits on various nuts, seeds, herbs and spices. They also provide how sugar makes us sick, overweight and lacking energy.
At least be more aware of what you’re putting into your body.
--according to the CDC 1.9 million people aged 20 or older were diagnosed with diabetes in 2010 and 27.1 million people are currently diagnosed with heart disease
--Americans are eating 39% more sugar than 50 years ago!
--the average sugar intake per person is 32 teaspoons. There’s 4g of sugar in one teaspoon. That’s a lot of sugar.
--according to the USDA Americans’ average caloric intake increased by 25%
--sugar AGES you. “The sugar that builds up in the blood and your body’s tissues has nowhere to go, so it attaches to proteins, lipids, and nucleic acid in a process call glycation. These sugar complexes formed by glycation, known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs) . . . accelerate the aging process and contribute to age-related illness. AGEs cause cross-linking of such proteins as collagen and elastin that leave your muscles, tendons, and arteries stiff and your skin more wrinkled.”
--A study published in the February 2012 Journal of Nutrition “suggests that fructose consumption might increase cardiovascular risk factors simply because it increases visceral fat (remember that’s the bad internal fat). The study also showed that fructose consumption contributes to inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes.”
Some of the positive things to consume:
Flaxseeds -- healthy impact on cardiovascular health and ability to lower cholesterol, “there is also new evidence that flaxseeds can improve blood sugar levels.” (I throw flaxseeds into my salads.)
Chia seeds—high in protein, high fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
Pistachio nuts—“European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that consuming about 2 ounces of pistachios along with high-carbohydrate foods significantly lowered postmeal blood glucose response.”
Thyme—and anti-inflammatory
Blueberries—anti-aging properties
In this book, Brooke Alpert and Patricia Farris, MD provide a sugar detox plan for people to reduce or eliminate sugar from their diets. They tell you what to avoid, what to eat and suggest meal plans. They provide detailed benefits on various nuts, seeds, herbs and spices. They also provide how sugar makes us sick, overweight and lacking energy.
At least be more aware of what you’re putting into your body.
--according to the CDC 1.9 million people aged 20 or older were diagnosed with diabetes in 2010 and 27.1 million people are currently diagnosed with heart disease
--Americans are eating 39% more sugar than 50 years ago!
--the average sugar intake per person is 32 teaspoons. There’s 4g of sugar in one teaspoon. That’s a lot of sugar.
--according to the USDA Americans’ average caloric intake increased by 25%
--sugar AGES you. “The sugar that builds up in the blood and your body’s tissues has nowhere to go, so it attaches to proteins, lipids, and nucleic acid in a process call glycation. These sugar complexes formed by glycation, known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs) . . . accelerate the aging process and contribute to age-related illness. AGEs cause cross-linking of such proteins as collagen and elastin that leave your muscles, tendons, and arteries stiff and your skin more wrinkled.”
--A study published in the February 2012 Journal of Nutrition “suggests that fructose consumption might increase cardiovascular risk factors simply because it increases visceral fat (remember that’s the bad internal fat). The study also showed that fructose consumption contributes to inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes.”
Some of the positive things to consume:
Flaxseeds -- healthy impact on cardiovascular health and ability to lower cholesterol, “there is also new evidence that flaxseeds can improve blood sugar levels.” (I throw flaxseeds into my salads.)
Chia seeds—high in protein, high fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
Pistachio nuts—“European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that consuming about 2 ounces of pistachios along with high-carbohydrate foods significantly lowered postmeal blood glucose response.”
Thyme—and anti-inflammatory
Blueberries—anti-aging properties
June 27, 2015
This was chalk full of info, none of which you haven't already heard. But it is nice to have it all compiled in one place. Since I am in the quickly aging group, I found all of that info the most interesting and appreciated having it all in once place.
As far as the diet portion of this book goes, if you have a love affair with sugar or even noncaloric sweeteners, then you might want to read this. But again, there is no new dietetic info.
Overall, this is a good compilation of info......and it is all in one place.
As far as the diet portion of this book goes, if you have a love affair with sugar or even noncaloric sweeteners, then you might want to read this. But again, there is no new dietetic info.
Overall, this is a good compilation of info......and it is all in one place.
August 2, 2018
hmmm...felt meh about this honestly. Some useful information, but a lot of information that seemed unrelated to the main topic. Also, to be completely honest, there is no way that I could stick with this long term (but I have completed the first day of the 3 day detox so woohoo!). Most useful as a reminder to eat less sugar and be more mindful of items (including veggies and fruits) that have a lot of sugar - but I refuse to give up watermelon!
May 13, 2019
Really happy I got this book. It really resonates with me and is a very do-able plan. There are a few mistakes, otherwise I'd give it 5 stars. Needs better editing, and should include a few additional pieces of info such as a listing of the ingredients that are sugar but have different names, like evaporated cane juice, etc.
May 1, 2016
Didn't tell me anything new. There are numerous books, articles, news reports, pieces of research, etc already talking about the harmful effects of too much sugar; this book doesn't give any different information. It talks about how damaging sugar is and offers some substitute recipes for people who have problems weaning themselves off sugary foods. That is all.
January 31, 2014
Some of the worst editing I have ever seen, but the worst is that ingredients in the recipes given do not match the lists of approved foods. How do you start this diet without knowing which is correct? You are either depriving yourself or sabotaging yourself.
May 10, 2015
More complex than I Quit Sugar and certainly a great read after, or accompanying, Sarah Wilson's first book. Much more detail and great 3 day detox plans to get you back on track. I am now enjoying using the recipes at the back of the book.
September 5, 2018
"Followed + did the 3 day detox - Worth it!!"--patron
April 2, 2025
Skincare Regimes, or, How Not to Write a Book
It almost felt like an intern dropped the manuscript for this book on the way to the printer and someone else failed to number the pages, leaving the intern with the only option to pick it all up and shove it randomly together, unwilling to admit his mistake for fear of being fired. There seems to be little overarching plan for this book, and the inclusion of so much material regarding wrinkled skin and what to do about it leads me to believe that at least one of the authors spends a little too much time looking in the mirror, the specter of eventual mortality leaning over his or her shoulder, a gaunt zombie finger reaching out a blackened fingernail to scrap over the poor authors crow's feet, rotted zombie breath running through the author's preternaturally thinning hair.
An extra star for the fact that they reminded us that sugar is bad and the ingestion of said unnecessary for sustaining a healthy human body. There is some science here, and some of it is good, but really only by reading (other books than this) deeply and widely will you truly begin to understand which parts are good and which not so good. This is all compounded by the fact your unique body requires different things than does mine.
Don't waste your time.
It almost felt like an intern dropped the manuscript for this book on the way to the printer and someone else failed to number the pages, leaving the intern with the only option to pick it all up and shove it randomly together, unwilling to admit his mistake for fear of being fired. There seems to be little overarching plan for this book, and the inclusion of so much material regarding wrinkled skin and what to do about it leads me to believe that at least one of the authors spends a little too much time looking in the mirror, the specter of eventual mortality leaning over his or her shoulder, a gaunt zombie finger reaching out a blackened fingernail to scrap over the poor authors crow's feet, rotted zombie breath running through the author's preternaturally thinning hair.
An extra star for the fact that they reminded us that sugar is bad and the ingestion of said unnecessary for sustaining a healthy human body. There is some science here, and some of it is good, but really only by reading (other books than this) deeply and widely will you truly begin to understand which parts are good and which not so good. This is all compounded by the fact your unique body requires different things than does mine.
Don't waste your time.
July 25, 2018
I chose this book because I was downloading audio books from Hoopla for a road trip and this one was one of the few on this topic that came up.
It was OK. If you've delved into diet and nutrition at all, this is nothing new, although the idea of the 3 day detox with NO sugar (including natural sugar) is intriguing. I didn't care for the tone much, sort of like the author was trying really hard to be your buddy.
I found it odd that the book is divided into 3 parts - diet (ditch the sugar), exercise (nothing to do with sugar?), and skin care....skin care? One of the authors is a dermatologist, and while I do believe that reducing sugar intake can have all kinds of benefits (including for your skin), it just seemed out of place in this book. Way too much info on specific facial products and regimens. One particular "sweet success" story as an example: a mom wanting to look better for her daughter's wedding, went to the dermatologist author. Yes, she did the sugar detox... but also had chemical face peels twice weekly for months, along with other treatments! I find it hard to believe that the sugar detox was the leading factor in her new radiant skin.
It was OK. If you've delved into diet and nutrition at all, this is nothing new, although the idea of the 3 day detox with NO sugar (including natural sugar) is intriguing. I didn't care for the tone much, sort of like the author was trying really hard to be your buddy.
I found it odd that the book is divided into 3 parts - diet (ditch the sugar), exercise (nothing to do with sugar?), and skin care....skin care? One of the authors is a dermatologist, and while I do believe that reducing sugar intake can have all kinds of benefits (including for your skin), it just seemed out of place in this book. Way too much info on specific facial products and regimens. One particular "sweet success" story as an example: a mom wanting to look better for her daughter's wedding, went to the dermatologist author. Yes, she did the sugar detox... but also had chemical face peels twice weekly for months, along with other treatments! I find it hard to believe that the sugar detox was the leading factor in her new radiant skin.
June 4, 2024
It was an interesting-ish sort of read. They mention science studies done many times but never give you information about where or how the study was done to look it up yourself. Some of it seems so current fad science that it is hard to even consider doing.
There were a few things that were new that I appreciated such as how it all affects blood sugar and diabetic people. I am trying the plan now in the hopes it will help me make better food choices in general and cut the soda and sugar cravings. But it is unrealistic as a long term lifestyle, especially if you have a family with kids you cook for too.
There were a few things that were new that I appreciated such as how it all affects blood sugar and diabetic people. I am trying the plan now in the hopes it will help me make better food choices in general and cut the soda and sugar cravings. But it is unrealistic as a long term lifestyle, especially if you have a family with kids you cook for too.
November 26, 2020
It was a basic read and good reminder from the authors about how bad sugar is for our bodies and what it does to our skin.
I've yet to try the 3 days sugar detox fast but it'll be a challenge to attempt it. Love my carbs too much.
The diet might be written from a western world perspective, and some of the ingredients may not be so readily available in Asia, depending on where you live.
Nevertheless, I've learnt through this book that it's a lifestyle and not just a diet. Encouraged me to go seek out where else I can cut my sugar intake.
Good read for beginners.
I've yet to try the 3 days sugar detox fast but it'll be a challenge to attempt it. Love my carbs too much.
The diet might be written from a western world perspective, and some of the ingredients may not be so readily available in Asia, depending on where you live.
Nevertheless, I've learnt through this book that it's a lifestyle and not just a diet. Encouraged me to go seek out where else I can cut my sugar intake.
Good read for beginners.
March 16, 2020
It was okay but not that effective as I imagined.
I mean the first 3 day is tough but then It becomes a healthy recommendation book. Which is enough. But nothing specifically new, in spite of the skin care routine. I mean okay, your eating pattern has an effect on your skin obviously, but you shouldn’t put a chapter into a book about it, when that book is about diet/detox etc.
It just makes it less believable.
I mean the first 3 day is tough but then It becomes a healthy recommendation book. Which is enough. But nothing specifically new, in spite of the skin care routine. I mean okay, your eating pattern has an effect on your skin obviously, but you shouldn’t put a chapter into a book about it, when that book is about diet/detox etc.
It just makes it less believable.
March 3, 2019
In the interest of honesty, I mostly skimmed this book. I’ve read a lot of information on this subject from other sources and after awhile it all looks the same. This book is great on a practical level as it gives you specific products that are sugar free... which is not always as obvious as you would think. For those who want it, it also gives a 30 day meal plan to kick off your detox.
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December 22, 2024I'm sure this would be helpful for many people, but it's a bit simplistic. I guess I'm just not the proper audience for this book, as I already abstain from sugar the vast majority of the time. I do have artificial sweeteners on occasion, and while the book forbids them, the authors gave no explanation of why. So this book was not useful for me.
I read only 20%, so I won't rate it.
I read only 20%, so I won't rate it.
July 1, 2018
I found doing the 3 day detox an interesting experiment. I already know sugar is harmful, so didn’t learn that much, but it reinforced a few things. There were some editing mistakes between approved foods and the menu plans.
July 8, 2018
Not the best organized
As far as diet books go it didn’t seem to inspire me very much and I would have liked a plan to follow for the first 3days and there is a lot of filler about spa treatments and skin care that I wasn’t looking for.
As far as diet books go it didn’t seem to inspire me very much and I would have liked a plan to follow for the first 3days and there is a lot of filler about spa treatments and skin care that I wasn’t looking for.
September 12, 2018
Read most of it and then stopped and skimmed the rest when I got the part where it says that an Apple is low fructose. I have issues with Fructose and an Apple is on the no list as it is high fructose.
January 7, 2021
I must get over this urge to stop sticking my fingers in my ears and shouting, "You can't tell me what to do!" Not really helpful.
But seriously, who eats this shit?
I need to stick to something more sciencey...
But seriously, who eats this shit?
I need to stick to something more sciencey...
January 16, 2023
I finally believe that sugar makes you age rapidly (Advanced Glycation End-Product). The 3 Day Sugar Detox really propelled my journey into consuming natural and whole foods. Also, it helped me confirm the validity of some healthy food items such as apple, nuts and dark chocolate.
March 20, 2017
Meh. No new info and pretty much a commercial to go see the two drs who wrote it
November 29, 2017
It works. Lost 9 lbs in about a month by following her plan. I look at sugary items differently now.
January 30, 2018
Good info, but pretty light coverage of an important topic. Seemed like they were stretching a paucity of information to make a full book.
August 28, 2018
Vaguely useful, nothing I haven't seen online already
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