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Is a sugar susbstitute better for you than refined sugar?
In Reply to: Sugar posted by Maureen on May 30, 2002 at 22:41:31:
Both sugar and sugar substitutes are chemically manipulated substances. Our body can just about get rid of them, but if we use them for a long time, this may become more and more difficult. It is up to you to make the choice. If you feel like something sweet, why not eat natural sugars - fruit or honey - instead of the artificial stuff...?
In Reply to: Sugar posted by Maureen on May 30, 2002 at 22:41:31:
Like YOU dont ever eat sugar??? No candy bars, gum, tea or coffee with sugar, soda???? Come on.
In Reply to: Sugar posted by Maureen on May 30, 2002 at 22:41:31:
I have a sugar story. I have been on the PWFD for about 1 1/2 to 2 months now. Yesterday, I had to go to a seminar for work and they had sandwiches and cookies. I was so hungry because I didn't have food with me, so I indulged.
I had one sandwich on pure white bread and FOUR cookies!! Oh, my God - once I ate one cookie I didn't stop myself. I could have, but I didn't WANT to. The symptoms started shortly after that with that low headache just above the eyes.
Well, I tried walking last night and did it, but felt horrible during and afterwards. I could only make it for 20 minutes. I went home and crashed into bed and slept for 11 hours straight. This morning I woke up with two huge, swollen bags under my eyes and I am dizzy and grouchy and tired. Besides that, my legs are aching like crazy. It's not because I over did it walking. I have been exercising since February a lot harder than I did last night.
I am not touching sugar or refined carbohydrates for a long, long time. By the time I am well, I probably won't want it anyway. I have heard that after you are really over that sugar thing, it tastes terrible anyway.
I am glad I did that yesterday. It made me realize what I have been doing to my body for so long.
In Reply to: Re: Sugar...for Sonja posted by Maureen on May 31, 2002 at 09:49:20:
Hardly ever these days. I used be a sugar addict, and by the time I was 35 I was so ill that I was suicidal. It took me *only* 3 years to recover, and some of the withdrawal I experienced was so bad I wouldn't wish it to an enemy.
Because of this experience and extensive studying of literature, I have come to a deep understanding of why it is harmful.
Also, I have learned to take care of myself, which means not harming myself. This is something you may have to experience to value...I understand that.
Sonja
In Reply to: Re: Sugar posted by Donna E. on May 31, 2002 at 12:43:07:
Hi, Donna.
Most people who give up sugar don't find it palatable anymore. The reaction you mention - I had similar experience - what is different today (5 years after I started the recovery) is that if I really have to eat something in hurry, I'll not get all kinds of symptoms, just feel low in energy, a bad enough feeling.
So if you continue, not only will your health improve, but also your life. I could not have dreamt of what my recovery would lead to, and how fit I would become or that I could tolerate an odd refined carb... As I said before, it has to be experienced in order to believe it.
Keep up the good work...
Sonja
In Reply to: Re: Sugar posted by Sonja on May 31, 2002 at 14:54:03:
Thanks Sonja. The changes I am experiencing are extremely exciting. I can feel myself getting well and the low headaches that I experienced everyday are gone. The excitement stems from actually realizing that I have the power to make myself well and that I don't have to live with being ill all the time like I have been told by doctors - even one I worked for and had a friendship with.
It's encouraging to hear your story. Thank you so much.
In Reply to: Re: Sugar posted by Donna E. on May 31, 2002 at 12:43:07:
Thanks, Donna E.
I had a similar experience when I was first learning about this. Few will beleive it until they experience it!
Namaste`
Walt
In Reply to: Sugar posted by Maureen on May 30, 2002 at 22:41:31:
I feel that it all depends where your general over all health is at and then honey, maple syrup or date sugar is fine in small amounts; Unrefined!
I can tell you that Neem really helps balance the sugar levels in the body and Ambrotose is also amazing! There is something to balancing the Saccharides;
You might want to send for some pamphlets on the neem and sugars balancing-number is 1800-800-0432 Well Being Ranch
In Reply to: Re: Sugar posted by Terri-Lynn on May 31, 2002 at 17:24:56:
You seem to have a treasure trove of information on matters both practical & spiritual TL.
If I may ask, what is it that you do (vocation & avovation) that gives you such a well-rounded
perspective?
Lightwalking,
Gregory
In Reply to: Sugar posted by Maureen on May 30, 2002 at 22:41:31:
I am not touching sugar or refined carbohydrates for a long, long time. By the time I am well, I probably won't want it anyway. I have heard that after you are really over that sugar thing, it tastes terrible anyway.
Come on, sugar wouldnt do that, thats BS.
In Reply to: Re: Sugar -Treasure Trove posted by Gregory on May 31, 2002 at 20:59:21:
Hi, Gregory.
I will let TL tell you but she worked with us at my centre in KY for years and with a healing center in TX for many more years (still) while traveling the world teaching.
I can surely vouch for her expertise!
Namaste`
Walt
In Reply to: Re: Sugar posted by Ellen on May 31, 2002 at 22:24:50:
Sorry Ellen.
There is nothing like an ignorant statement by an ignorant person.
You know, ignorance is curable by learning.
I wonder how many people I have seen (including myself) who have experienced what you call BS?
So sad.
Walt
In Reply to: Re: Sugar...for Sonja posted by Maureen on May 31, 2002 at 09:49:20:
I don't. Not refined sugar, anyway.
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