Hey Sweet Sisters,
I’ve got a sweet tooth and I’m sure many of you do too. However, I had to actually realize that sugar is NOT my friend. Ok, I’ll admit that I knew it, but it didn’t really register with me until one day I heard someone explaining the effects of eating sugary foods.
The young lady was saying that these sugary foods cause weight gain and that weight goes directly to your stomach. (OUCH, that truth hurts!) It primes your body for diabetes. It can overload and damage your liver. It’s bad for your heart. It can contribute to high blood pressure, and it’s bad for your cholesterol. Too much sugar can cause sagging skin and wrinkles, (that’s scary) and needless to say, it wreaks havoc on your teeth. Need I say more?
If you love sugar you probably could really go for some cookies, a slice of cake or pie, some chocolate candy, ice cream, or a donut right now. My mouth is beginning to water as I write this, but when I think of all of the damage sugar can do, I find the power to resist. I also want you to be aware of the fact that sugar is hidden in foods where you wouldn’t expect it to be, but that is another blog. We’ll talk about that later. Presently, we are talking about sugary treats.
Many people become addicted to sugar and don’t even realize it? Eating sugary foods gives you a sense of pleasure. Ummm, that first bite. Sugar triggers the release of chemicals that set off the brain’s pleasure center. After a while people develop a tolerance for sugar, and it takes more sugar to feel good. The more sugar you eat, the more you want. Your body begins to crave it. I’ve heard that experts say sugar is more addictive than cocaine. I bet you never thought of that!
Listen, nobody’s telling you to abstain from sugary treats altogether, but remember that moderation is the key. Don’t overdo it. Use some wisdom. "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally" James 1:5 This is not a spiritual blog, but you may have to ask God to help you with this one. I know I did, and he gave me the help I needed. “Thank you Father!” So cut back on the sugary treats and watch your health reports and appearances improve. Remember, SUGAR IS NOT YOUR FRIEND!
