On National No Sugar Day, we are reminded of the importance of cutting out sugar, even if only for a day, to experience the benefits it brings to both physical and mental health. Eliminating sugar from your diet can have long-lasting effects overall such as:
Weight Loss: Added sugars are nothing more than empty calories, contributing to weight gain without adding nutritional value.
Better Digestion: A diet high in sugar can upset the balance of bacteria in your gut, causing digestive discomfort such as bloating[1].
Improved Sleep: Eliminating sugar helps stabilize your blood sugar levels, leading to better-quality sleep[2].
Enhanced Mood: High-sugar diets are often linked to mood fluctuations [3]and irritability.
To help you celebrate National No Sugar Day without sacrificing flavour or nutritional value, we offer several products that are free from added sugars but packed with health benefits:
A delicious and quick-to-make rice cereal, fortified with 23 vitamins and minerals to support overall health. Each serving includes DigeZyme digestive enzymes and live cultures to aid digestion, making it a great sugar-free substitute.
Our plant-based protein blend is perfect for those following a vegan or non-dairy lifestyle. Pro V-Gain offers a complete profile of plant proteins, BCAAs, and glutamine, delivering high-quality nutrition without any added sugar. Since sugar can sap your energy, this sugar-free option ensures that your body stays energised and your muscles recover quickly.
SCI-MX’s Ultra Whey is the go-to protein choice for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. With 35g of premium protein per serving, it promotes muscle recovery and supports peak performance. Free from added sugar, Ultra Whey helps fuel your body without contributing to the negative effects associated with a high-sugar diet, such as disrupted sleep and mood swings.
These products not only provide a healthier alternative to sugary nutrition, but also help keep you on track toward your fitness and wellness goals.
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[1] Fernández-Bañares F, Rosinach M, Esteve M, Forné M, Espinós JC, Maria Viver J. Sugar malabsorption in functional abdominal bloating: a pilot study on the long-term effect of dietary treatment. Clin Nutr. 2006 Oct;25(5):824-31. doi: 10.1016/j.clnu.2005.11.010. Epub 2006 Jan 10. PMID: 16410032.
[2] Alahmary SA, Alduhaylib SA, Alkawii HA, Olwani MM, Shablan RA, Ayoub HM, Purayidathil TS, Abuzaid OI, Khattab RY. Relationship Between Added Sugar Intake and Sleep Quality Among University Students: A Cross-sectional Study. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2019 Aug 23;16(1):122-129. doi: 10.1177/1559827619870476. PMID: 35185434; PMCID: PMC8848117.
[3] Knüppel A, Shipley MJ, Llewellyn CH, Brunner EJ. Sugar intake from sweet food and beverages, common mental disorder and depression: prospective findings from the Whitehall II study. Sci Rep. 2017 Jul 27;7(1):6287. doi: 10.1038/s41598-017-05649-7. PMID: 28751637; PMCID: PMC5532289.