What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Sugar for 14 Days

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  • @Drberg
    @Drberg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1165

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    • @KETO_DIET
      @KETO_DIET 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍👍‍‍👍👍‍ Grrrrreat Video...! ‍Dr Berg tells the Truth...👍‍🧐I've been on a Water only Fast for 2 wks today and my Face and Belly have shrunk just like Dr Burg said in this video!😁 I am taking Vitamins/Minerals and 90 grams of Coconut oil per day so my D3 vitamin will absorb properly. Also drinking 2 liters of water per day and add to it the electrolytes Pink Himalayan Sea Salt and Potassium(Using "No Salt" brand from grocery store)....

    • @isaacwhite7411
      @isaacwhite7411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      yeea you bet I did alot reading on how it does the body and restricts bood flow I remember my pants used get tighter after drinking one of those drinks with high sugar I think it was the blood vessals constricting and pressing the blood outward from inside ,I got into a conversation with a fellow at GNC and he knows some nutrition when I didnt know at the time and he said it probly was blood being forced from the intestings to where forces fluid outward its because of the high sugar causing it people really need know that its dangerous and it cant be good for organs like the heart and such.

    • @endtimes9763
      @endtimes9763 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Can you make a book/list of things to eat that do not contain sugar or that are not as loaded with a ton of sugar because everything has sugar in it nowadays?

    • @endtimes9763
      @endtimes9763 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@KETO_DIET Thank you so much. Cream of Wheat has no sugar either but I don't know if its good for you to eat on a regular

    • @KETO_DIET
      @KETO_DIET 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@endtimes9763 You're Welcome. Carbs is Sugar. Cream of Wheat has 28 grams of Carbs(Sugar) per 1 cup(241 grams) serving!😮

  • @massivepassive
    @massivepassive 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1180

    I watched this video 9 months ago and decided to give it a try. I went from 190lbs. back in march, to 155lbs today. And i ONLY gave up sugar! Never again

    • @missyrachy
      @missyrachy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      So nothing with added sugar? I’m struggling with nightly dessert…

    • @massivepassive
      @massivepassive 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +130

      @missyrachy I've developed a new appreciation for fresh fruit. It sounds silly, but after a week of no sugar, a tangerine will taste like candy.

    • @missyrachy
      @missyrachy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @@massivepassiveI’ve cut out almost all carbs but after dinner I’ve been having dark chocolate. I know I have insulin resistance and high blood pressure. I need to take the step to rid sugar.

    • @massivepassive
      @massivepassive 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      @missyrachy it's a huge step, but definitely worth it. I'm not exactly the pinnacle of self discipline, and have failed many diets in the past. I view this more as a lifestyle change and that seems to have helped.

    • @FransceneJK98
      @FransceneJK98 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Have you been able to keep off the weight?

  • @robingeorgetowntx
    @robingeorgetowntx ปีที่แล้ว +7923

    I’ve been sugar free since I woke up this morning. No sugar in my coffee, then I saw those freshly baked cookies on the stove, calling my name. I looked away, but they pulled me back. No, I thought, yes they said. I’ll try again tomorrow. Stay tuned.

    • @jimb3093
      @jimb3093 ปีที่แล้ว +550

      Update? Battle of the cookies? Who’s winning?

    • @theuberserge
      @theuberserge ปีที่แล้ว +170

      how it going big dawg?

    • @julianmorelli-cn9ig
      @julianmorelli-cn9ig ปีที่แล้ว +236

      Story of my life😂

    • @fendtclaas8689
      @fendtclaas8689 ปีที่แล้ว +134

      Just don't put sugar in your cookies, simple as that. There are many natural sweeteners that will not affect your body like sugar will.

    • @donnaerb5495
      @donnaerb5495 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      8

  • @shannonsteinmetz7711
    @shannonsteinmetz7711 ปีที่แล้ว +1379

    I’m 48 and have been into body building for 30 years. I studied nutrition extensively. I had never been overweight, but ate tremendous amounts of sugar, thinking it was burning it off. I was wrong. This video probably saved my life because I was going pre-diabetic with elevated triglycerides, massive fatigue, shooting, throbbing pain, vision loss and debilitating lethargy. After two months cutting all additional sugar I’m feeling like I’m 25 again hitting the gym 5 days a week with endless energy. God bless you and screw the corrupt pill pushers…

    • @XenoXvi
      @XenoXvi ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I'm beginner gym rat, if I want to go sugar free do I need to cut whey protein?

    • @BaltazarRules8
      @BaltazarRules8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@XenoXviWhey protein is fine as long as you keep your overall carbs/added sugar as low as possible

    • @la_baby_khalil7703
      @la_baby_khalil7703 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@BaltazarRules8👍☺ THANK-YOU VERY MUCH too...🙏😇🙏

    • @jodischubert7740
      @jodischubert7740 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What a great video and post. I am 46 and always been into weightlifting/body building. I am becoming more educated on nutrition (I eat fairly clean) but want to dive in further and this Doctor's videos are so helpful and I can totally relate to your post!!!

    • @Acquisition1913
      @Acquisition1913 ปีที่แล้ว

      The reward centers in the brain, 5-7 of them, light up with sugar, refined carbs, and ultra processed foods. beware

  • @cancermoonchildf3000
    @cancermoonchildf3000 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +499

    I am on day 4 of no sugar, bad carbs and alcohol. I feel like total crap. But I am going to keep going.

    • @delicias.p8405
      @delicias.p8405 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Hi how’s it going? I’ve heard the 1st week is the worst. Be strong ❤

    • @philhinton9790
      @philhinton9790 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

      Stick with it. You’ll never regret it. You just have to go through the misery but it’s SO worth it.

    • @George-os2om
      @George-os2om 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      I suggest you look up Allen Carr Bad Sugar, Good Sugar. Total craving killer

    • @toddamusroberts1397
      @toddamusroberts1397 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      There are no "bad carbs." Cutting out sugar is not necessary at all.

    • @Judahthanksgiving
      @Judahthanksgiving 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You'll feel better.

  • @Ellias_10
    @Ellias_10 ปีที่แล้ว +772

    There's something strange happened to me when i cut sugar six months ago , I've been suffering from depression since i was 18 believe it or not nothing helped not a therapy not anything but strange enough to say since i cut sugar out of my life I've been feeling better and better every day ... Started feeling like a whole brand new person

    • @D.ocument.The.Journey
      @D.ocument.The.Journey 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Wow

    • @D.ocument.The.Journey
      @D.ocument.The.Journey 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      I may have to seriously try this.

    • @naters83
      @naters83 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

      I too believe sugar can mess with your mental health!

    • @MarieJ.21
      @MarieJ.21 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Sugar & Carbs & Not getting enough Vitamin D ❤

    • @MahlOt
      @MahlOt 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Sugar + ultra processed foods most DEFINITELY affect metal health, as depression is an inflammation in the brain. Sugar drives inflammation throughout the body. It’s definitely connected. Hoping this information will help so many more people. PSA🗣️ traditional medicine doctors are NOT going to tell you this.. remember they’re in bed with big pharma..

  • @jl3114
    @jl3114 ปีที่แล้ว +1074

    I've been sugar free for 2 hours. I'll come back with updates if I'm strong enough to go longer. UPDATE: I've caved a few times in the past month, but for the most part I've stayed away from all sources of added sugar. my double chin is almost gone and my torso is slimmer. My energy levels are better. Next I'm cutting out the things that turn into sugar in the body. NEXT UPDATE: I didn't stay off added sugar. Ended up realizing it's not necessary, but getting off of it for the time that I did was a crucial step in my journey. I have obtained 6 pack abs and I do partake in sugar. I do recommend taking a break from it, but quitting it entirely isn't necessary

    • @Gonzalez33veracruz
      @Gonzalez33veracruz ปีที่แล้ว +3

      what happen

    • @GrantMerle
      @GrantMerle ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@Gonzalez33veracruz he failed lol

    • @Gonzalez33veracruz
      @Gonzalez33veracruz ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@GrantMerle let's try it gaha I was eating omelets and bread while watching this and coffee

    • @chorizapeke
      @chorizapeke ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What’s the update ?

    • @coreytodtaylor
      @coreytodtaylor ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Hey are you still alive?

  • @GardenPOV
    @GardenPOV 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +169

    1. Your face and midsection will change
    2. Improves eyes/brain/arteries/kidneys
    3. Decreases urination at night
    4. More energy
    5. Cravings between meals go away
    6. Less stiffness/pain/inflammation
    7. Lose weight
    8. Better skin
    9. Improves insulin resistance
    Thank you Doctor❤️

  • @erikapotter6839
    @erikapotter6839 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +311

    If you can make it three days without sugar you can do anything. It’s amazing how the cravings get less and less. Don’t beat yourself up if you cheat. Just keep going and don’t give up! It’s so worth it. Thank you Dr. Berg for keeping us all motivated!!!!

    • @quatchkopf3658
      @quatchkopf3658 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      I started Monday. Today, Wednesday, I walked into a store to buy some more protein foods and decided, screw it I am buying some Hershey's Milk Chocolate candy. Thanks to them over charging for candy this week I was able to say screw it and walked out without that candy.

    • @astrarai-thesobercoder
      @astrarai-thesobercoder 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Facts. I have a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder, moderate. Medical detox was harsh and and my body went through it during my first nine months of being sober. Guess what? I found that cravings for food products with processed sugar were more frequent and intense than those for alcohol. But, withdrawal from processed sugar was not near as difficult as I anticipated. Processed sugar is insanely addictive. I'm glad I quit.

    • @debbiethibault9846
      @debbiethibault9846 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Isn’t that amazing? The cravings really do stop. I buy dark chocolate without any sugar added and I find having a small piece of it is all I need should I want a little treat. I was at my mothers and I had a piece of dark chocolate of hers and all I tasted was sugar.. I love being sugar-free.

    • @Fruit17-ip4vl
      @Fruit17-ip4vl 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have been sugar free for seven days so far! It is difficult, but I am determined to keep on going! Dr. Berg and the wonderful comments here are motivating me! 😎❤️

    • @JoeWhite-p8x
      @JoeWhite-p8x 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If there were only hersheys chocolate it would be great, i love chocolate but that is the worlds most horrible, smells like sweaty feet ​@quatchkopf3658

  • @matthewwolfe8785
    @matthewwolfe8785 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3399

    Cut carbs and sugars about 6
    Months ago. Everything Dr Berg has said I have noticed first hand. All while losing 75 pounds and continuing to lose more. I feel better than I ever have at 41 years old. Thank you for these videos Dr Berg!!

    • @Maedz21
      @Maedz21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      what do you eat if you don't eat sugar or carbs?

    • @TrueShoot1000
      @TrueShoot1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      Carbs are everywhere I don t think you cut it completely

    • @Maedz21
      @Maedz21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@TrueShoot1000 no I know fruit vegetables suppose the aim is to reduce it a lot but then I don't understand these other videos that say eat carbs to lose weight 😅

    • @patriciasalyers9875
      @patriciasalyers9875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I hear all of the GOOD things that people are getting I am not one of them just the exact opposite I have been fasting since THURSDAY at10 pm it is now 10:30 AM

    • @s.vice-zai8394
      @s.vice-zai8394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You avoid fruits too?

  • @reginaknight2139
    @reginaknight2139 ปีที่แล้ว +2909

    After hearing this, I feel like sugar should be in the same category as hard drugs and be banned! At this point it might be the be only way to quit! It's even more difficult to get away from because it's hidden in everything!!!! Lord help me!!

    • @moalston4203
      @moalston4203 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      agreed but we can live it without it forever unless we think we can

    • @yukikowu5695
      @yukikowu5695 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      I think the issue is that sugar is so embedded into everything and too political to just go away. And the fake sugars all taste so gross.

    • @Chillcuhcuh
      @Chillcuhcuh ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@yukikowu5695 monk fruit & erythritol are 🆗

    • @richardlawson6787
      @richardlawson6787 ปีที่แล้ว +219

      Listen...I've quit opiates...alcohol. ...but sugar is the hardest drug I've ever had to deal with

    • @ravenone6255
      @ravenone6255 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Be vegan

  • @EdwardLierz
    @EdwardLierz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +705

    I followed this 2 months before my daughters wedding. I was a hefty 252 pound former athlete. I cut out sugar, bread, and pasta. No sodas, no juices. Basically, almost anything that was processed because there is so much added sugar in processed food. I dropped 33 pounds in the 2 months! Granted, the first 2 weeks are tough but you just need to be strong and tell yourself that it is over in 2 months. I look and feel great! I sleep better and I don't get sleepy during the mid-afternoon. Now, I don't want to go back to my bad eating habits.

    • @ahmadsupraman18
      @ahmadsupraman18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      33 pounds, dam

    • @paulineboucher7074
      @paulineboucher7074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I bet you looked like a million bucks 💕

    • @mitchellseddon1762
      @mitchellseddon1762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yeah you lost mostly water weight because you cut carbohydrates which hold water. Keto diet essentially...

    • @bibihealth3960
      @bibihealth3960 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ok

    • @JuanMadriz
      @JuanMadriz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic and after cutting of sugar completely, I dropped 28lbs.

  • @yanaivanova9356
    @yanaivanova9356 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +142

    I came off sugars 7 weeks ago. It was the best decision ever!!!!

    • @Bishrul-lb6ft
      @Bishrul-lb6ft 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Did your face get less bloated ?

    • @brucebell7922
      @brucebell7922 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When you say you can off sugar, did you stop eating natural sugars as well? Did you completely cut out fruit??

    • @rayano-ub5dw
      @rayano-ub5dw 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Fruits are healthy

    • @shaeakins2670
      @shaeakins2670 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Are healthy carbohydrates sugar?

    • @christopherw4527
      @christopherw4527 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@shaeakins2670 Not leafy greens. Beans are sugar. Modern apples are sugar.

  • @PixieDusted72
    @PixieDusted72 2 ปีที่แล้ว +968

    I stopped eating sugar just over I was 1 year ago (in July) & it is the single best health decision I’ve ever made. I use raw honey in my coffee & it tasted so much better. I lost 40 lbs in 5 months of cutting sugar. I then removed all white food from my diet; starched, bleached foods. That took me down another 15 lbs. I was up to 205 lbs & am now 150 at age 50. I’ve never felt better. My knees work again & I don’t huff & puff. It’s all about what you put into your body. ❤
    Edit since people don’t know the difference. Sugar has refined sugar that is MUCH more unhealthy than honey. I didn’t think I’d have to put “I stopped eating refined sugar” but I guess I do since there are so many dense know it alls in the comments.

    • @timg1099
      @timg1099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      "my knees work again"
      THIS 💯
      Whenever I willingly binge out on sugar for a weekend, my right knee flares up for about 3 days. I limp. I literally cut the sugar. And presto, right back to sprinting. Same thing happens after an alcohol binge.
      Listen to your body.

    • @kurakpitang7477
      @kurakpitang7477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      How do u do it? I'm mean I'm struggling to control my emotion and my addiction to sugar but I always fail.

    • @OldJoeBlows
      @OldJoeBlows 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Omg. I started this year in July. I’m down about 4 sizes. No stopping. Breaks in willpower happen and I wake up puffy the next day. 🤦🏼‍♀️ I turn 50 in January and feeling great! Woot woot!🎉

    • @jrh11254
      @jrh11254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@kurakpitang7477 - I’m with you! Really hard to cut sugar. Good luck!

    • @CharayVaughn
      @CharayVaughn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Yeah it works, congrats takes much discipline.

  • @bookblogger9462
    @bookblogger9462 ปีที่แล้ว +428

    I am 63 and had a serious sugar addiction. I literally ate my way to diabetes. Now, I am on a keto diet and do intermittent fasting for 16 -20 hours a day. It took a few attempts - I found it so hard not to snack on sweet stuff - but at last I've conquered my addiction. I no longer feel controlled by food. I eat to live instead of living to eat. ❤

    • @laurendartnell6326
      @laurendartnell6326 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So want to feel this way!

    • @w8what575
      @w8what575 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      If u can make it the first 2 weeks of a low carb diet…u will have no problem getting to that feeling better point…it’s those first 2 weeks that’s the hardest part of it

    • @laurendartnell6326
      @laurendartnell6326 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@w8what575 Ok cool thanks for the insight 😃

    • @zhamiladamn2975
      @zhamiladamn2975 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      May Tripal Gem Bless you. I am a fatty liver patient. 2nd grade.

    • @ramonagutierrez1671
      @ramonagutierrez1671 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@zhamiladamn2975 who is Tripal Gem? Please, I want to know. It’s some “god of eating disorder?

  • @HuddlesAbound
    @HuddlesAbound 2 ปีที่แล้ว +919

    Everytime I watch a video of yours, I feel like I'm attending a school that I wish I had attended a long time ago. Dr. Berg University offers the best health education you can get, better than any state college. Thank you.

    • @aexetanius
      @aexetanius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      And this university is also free. Thank you.

    • @hpierce3616
      @hpierce3616 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ll.9

    • @joannehope4901
      @joannehope4901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agree such a good channel 😊

    • @sherylblondie7408
      @sherylblondie7408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So True xx

    • @StormChaserZ
      @StormChaserZ ปีที่แล้ว

      @Eternal Atake not sure what you mean

  • @yogevbarshavit
    @yogevbarshavit 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Several years ago I was on keto, and messed it up on vacation. I tried to get into ketosis, and was unable. Frustrated, I gave up and continued eating whatever. On March 5, I saw a video by Ken Berry about carnivore, and did carnivore for 25 days to sort of reset my body. I then switched to healthy keto diet, and I'm now doing keto and intermittent fasting OMAD. I'm down 15lbs, and feeling much better. You and Ken Berry are saving my life. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all you do.

  • @jaykumarshinde9590
    @jaykumarshinde9590 ปีที่แล้ว +740

    3 weeks no sugar, green tea twice a day. From 71kg to 65kg & feeling energetic throughout the day. Thanks a lot Doc.

    • @Knowledge_grow_the_world
      @Knowledge_grow_the_world ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Without exercise

    • @sakshirawat5760
      @sakshirawat5760 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Seriously

    • @oyeahisbest123
      @oyeahisbest123 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      be careful. my brother ended up diabetic a few months after . he had too much insulin being produced and for me ive quit sugar and have actually gotten slower and haven't lost any weight it can bad effects cutting cold turkey.

    • @jaykumarshinde9590
      @jaykumarshinde9590 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Knowledge_grow_the_world yes 😂 even I was surprised

    • @jaykumarshinde9590
      @jaykumarshinde9590 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sakshirawat5760 yes

  • @francistremblay6431
    @francistremblay6431 ปีที่แล้ว +448

    For those who are still skeptical, i started this prosses a while ago ( about 4 months ago ) and didn't change anything else in my diet. i went from 240 pounds to 180 in 4 months. I'm just saying this isn't bullshit i'm living it right now and its so worth it!! Its day and night how much better you feel!!!

    • @warzone7180
      @warzone7180 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tf u eat? Everything has sugar

    • @MichaelWacher
      @MichaelWacher ปีที่แล้ว +11

      When you say no sugar does that include not eating fruit??

    • @reddnmyeyeztv6971
      @reddnmyeyeztv6971 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@MichaelWacher no sugar in fruit your body heat converts it to energy

    • @theodoremason3522
      @theodoremason3522 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​@Michael Wacher yes 💯

    • @PrinceDman
      @PrinceDman ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@altavoir He probably cut out nearly all sources of carbs as well, leading to an unhealthy weight loss pattern. Sure he lost a lot of weight, but a lot of it was undoubtedly muscle.

  • @facepalmdaily4404
    @facepalmdaily4404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    I cut the sugar out a couple of years ago. In my own personal experience, none of these things happened in the first two weeks. To be clear, all of these things absolutely happened, just not as quickly.
    The first week was hell on earth. I couldn't focus, my memory was screwy, I got irritated much easier, I constantly felt hungry, and I was exhausted. The one thing not mentioned enough here is that our bodies are physically addicted to sugar, so when we cut it out, we go through withdraw. There's a lot of similarity with drug addicts. Our drug is sugar.
    If any of you are thinking about doing this, just stick with it through the first week or two. Once your body gets through the withdraw, all of the items on this list kick in and you will feel better than you have ever felt. The weight falls off, your mind clears, your energy returns, foods you never thought would fill you up will make you full. It's 100% worth it. I dropped 50 pounds in less than a year, I started writing again, and I was just happier with my life.
    Just know you have to get through that physical withdraw first. Nothing worth doing is ever easy.

    • @Lucia-nu2ks
      @Lucia-nu2ks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Did you have to stop eating fruits or did you just give up processed sugar?

    • @marycruzg.2349
      @marycruzg.2349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Do you have a page? Or any videos of what you eat? I'm just thinking 🤔 would your diet just be plant based? Sorry for the ingnorance.

    • @hana-ov1ju
      @hana-ov1ju 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@Lucia-nu2ks well obviously natural sugars is necessary to your diet and healthy as it's eaten with fibre, sugar is a must for your diet but 'artificial' or processed sugar is not

    • @MariaSilva-sp8wr
      @MariaSilva-sp8wr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Actually, when I tried it the first time I also felt really bad, I was fatigued and couldn't concentrate from the first day so I stopped. What I noticed was that I was doing it the wrong way. I thought the reason it didn't work for me is because I have 2 autoimmune diseases which are Hashimoto's and Graves disease. I was wrong and the reason why It didn't work for me the first time was because I wasn't drinking any electrolytes during the day. I made sure that I had a total of around 2,000 mg - 2,500 mg of Himalayan sea salt or real salt per day which is equal to 1 tea spoon a day. My current weight is 139 and my height is 5.3 feet so I feel fine with this sodium amount but much taller people who weigh more need 1-3 teaspoons a day. I also made sure I was eating 3,000 - 4,700 mg of potassium per day from veggies and protein and make sure to take a minimum of 400 mg of magnesium per day. If anyone starts doing this from the first day doing keto you won't experience any side effects. Also, make sure you're eating the correct calories and macros for your weight and height. I was overeating and adding too much butter to my food and noticed that butter made me feel worst so I had to replace butter with guee the second time and now I feel amazing and have no more fatigue or lack of concentration. Before I had to sleep 10 - 12 hours to feel I had had some sleep and now only sleep 7 hours and feel energized.

    • @midkort
      @midkort 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for sharing your experience. What foods do you mostly eat nowadays? I'm looking to cut out sugar as well. Thanks.

  • @karenbaskettdiyer
    @karenbaskettdiyer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +58

    After watching this video back in October 2023 I started my sugar free journey on 10/6. It was SO much easier than I thought it would be! Day 3 I got out of bed pain free and no longer craved sugar! My skin has improved and I just feel better all around! It's now been 91 days and an added bonus... I'm down 10lbs! Thanks Dr Berg!

  • @xidegel4494
    @xidegel4494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    Regarding urine, it's been three months ago since I almost completely stopped eating stuff with sugar. I'm a truck driver here in Texas. I drive from Austin to Houston on a daily basis. Before I stopped eating all kinds of food with sugar and drinking Dr. Pepper, I would stop at least two to three times to urinate at gas stations or truck stops. But now that I almost completely stop eating and drinking sugar, I can actually drive to Houston or return to Austin without stopping two or three times to urinate. Yes, my face is a lot slimmer and my gut is almost gone. Went from a size 36 to 34 on the first month, second month, down to a size 32, and now I'm a size 31. I have more mental focus, more energetic, and my fingers on my feet and hands no longer feel numb. My doctor was very impressed since the last time I saw her for my yearly visit. Thanks for your TH-cam channel, I almost feel like a teenager. Much success and blessings in everything you do Dr. Berg. Cheers from Austin Texas.

    • @heartlessangel1460
      @heartlessangel1460 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      GOOD JOB DRIVER!!!

    • @iclarkeemedia5427
      @iclarkeemedia5427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That’s awesome thanks for your testimony, it really gives me encouragement to start my sugar-less journey.

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Those are some crazy, amazing results! Congratulations and keep up the great work.

    • @miguelito2361
      @miguelito2361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No teriyaki chicken or anything that might contain sugar?
      Or just no junk food & soda?

    • @kevinclaes4143
      @kevinclaes4143 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      what did you eat since you cant eat carbs or sugar? only salads and fish for omega fatty acids etc?
      i realy wanna test it out. thing is i cant watch out for every thing since i stil live with my parents haha.
      so i eat what i get

  • @UnlimitlesslyFunnyDude
    @UnlimitlesslyFunnyDude 2 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    0:10 #1 Your face and midsection will change
    0:52 #2 Improves eyes, brain, arteries, and kidneys
    4:19 #3 Decreases urination at night
    5:00 #4 More energy
    6:35 #5 Cravings between meals go away
    8:57 #6 Less stiffness, pain, and inflammation
    9:57 #7 You'll lose weight
    11:32 #8 Better skin
    11:50 #9 Improves insulin resistance

  • @lesleyv5923
    @lesleyv5923 ปีที่แล้ว +679

    I was a sugarholic. Tried this challenge 3 weeks ago and within days felt a big improvement. Lost weight, dont feel bloated, feel younger, more energy. There's been such an improvement, I'm continuing the IF and holding off the sugar as I really dont want to go back to feeling so unwell. Many thanks Dr Berg, for this video.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +81

      Excellent. Glad you tried it. Keep up the good work!

    • @littlehummingbird1015
      @littlehummingbird1015 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@vandalayindustries3057 HUH????

    • @littlehummingbird1015
      @littlehummingbird1015 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@vandalayindustries3057 HUH?????

    • @charliiiiii.1448
      @charliiiiii.1448 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hey I have a question.. when you cut out sugar did you only cut out refined sugar and ate things like fruits? Or did you not have any sugar at all?

    • @bobb.6393
      @bobb.6393 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@charliiiiii.1448 good question

  • @goofygeek5236
    @goofygeek5236 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +71

    I didn't eat sugar for 2 weeks, and now everything is too sweet: apples, blueberries, kiwi, tangerines. The only thing that is not too sweet for me now is sweet onion, lol. The first week, I had no energy, was tired all the time and was questioning why my health is so bad. Then my body switched, it is like someone connected me to the electric outlet. I can work out now as crazy. I never had so much energy in the group classes before. And I feel happier too!

    • @kayo5291
      @kayo5291 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sounds good to me!

    • @dupchenproductions7872
      @dupchenproductions7872 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, but sweet onions are sooo good sautéed with a little butter!

    • @christopherw4527
      @christopherw4527 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dupchenproductions7872 Butter is ok on keto. No carbs.

  • @fidelcatsro6948
    @fidelcatsro6948 2 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    Excerpts:
    What would happen if you gave up sugar for just two weeks.
    1. Changes in your face and midsection
    Your face would become slimmer, and you would lose weight in your midsection because your liver is releasing fat.
    2. Improvements in your eyes, brain, arteries, and kidneys
    You'll experience a lot of benefits and potential improvements in these four areas of the body when you cut out sugar.
    3. Decreased urination at night
    You'll get up less at night to urinate because water follows sugar. Consuming sugar triggers urination, especially at night.
    4. More energy
    Your body is forced to run on fat fuel instead of sugar fuel. Your body has more calories from stored fat to use as fuel, giving you more energy.
    5. Cravings between meals go away
    Your cravings and appetite will go away between meals because even though you're not eating, your body is satisfied by your own fat.
    6. Less stiffness, pain, and inflammation
    These issues can start to improve when you stop consuming sugar, and you may notice less of a need for certain medications.
    7. Weight loss
    You're going to lose water weight as well as actual fat. Many different health benefits also come with losing weight.
    8. Better skin
    You may notice improvements in your skin because of a drop in inflammation.
    9. Improves insulin resistance
    Insulin resistance is at the heart of many health conditions. But, when you give up sugar, you can start to improve insulin resistance.
    Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿

  • @16maze
    @16maze ปีที่แล้ว +416

    I’ve been off sugar for a week and I’m feeling all of these effects! It’s insane. The stiffness in the morning is gone and my mood has been improved. Also my blood sugar is back down. I lost 8 lbs too . The first three days are tough but once you get over that hill it’s insane

    • @vhilton40000
      @vhilton40000 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I have stiffness in the morning too. I just turned 50 and my body all of a sudden feels. I'm trying so hard to eat right. Dr. Berg's video and comments like yours are so motivating.

    • @tchelle07
      @tchelle07 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So that means no blueberries?

    • @16maze
      @16maze ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@vhilton40000 don’t give up! The results are real! Throw some walking in there too. It helps you even more.

    • @PackingHeat54
      @PackingHeat54 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💯 FACTS!!!

    • @elitemp6026
      @elitemp6026 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’ve tried this healthy Keto before for up to 3 months straight, I lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks going from 128 to 120 lbs. the first week was really hard the 2nd week was better after that I was definitely less hungry and my clothes were fitting better, but I didn’t experience more energy which I was really looking forward to and my mood wasn’t better at all ;it was worse) I had to eat by myself because seeing my family eating carbs and sweets was definitely hard, I went back to my old way of eating, I felt like I couldn’t go to any family gatherings I couldn’t go to eat out with my family because most places don’t have this healthy food 😞

  • @nas.k03
    @nas.k03 2 ปีที่แล้ว +282

    I stopped consuming foods with added sugars about a year ago (I’m 19) and it has profoundly helped me. Many people around me at home and in my workplace condemn me due to my aptitude of living a healthy lifestyle. Rather peculiar.
    I just wanted to share that it is oddly common to receive criticism from others merely by bettering yourself.
    Moreover, it’s so worth it!

    • @NotASpndingPrblemImAEnthusiast
      @NotASpndingPrblemImAEnthusiast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      This is very funny to read. I’ve experienced the same in my life as well. All you need to do is stick to maintaining your great health while others complain and wonder why you’re doing so well. Keep at it!

    • @megan5881
      @megan5881 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Misery loves company. Keep doing you!

    • @kalahsaveragelife6773
      @kalahsaveragelife6773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      This is SO true. So many people look down on me when I turn down food at work…like I think I’m better than them or something.
      I’m not trying to be mean about it. I just prefer to eat the food I prepare myself and doesn’t have a bunch of preservatives in it. 🤷‍♀️

    • @katsfoilhat2963
      @katsfoilhat2963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      19, wise and well spoken. Best to you!

    • @mikehawk825
      @mikehawk825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      People don't actually like to see other people succeed - they are envious or jealous and will do whatever they can to make you fail and drag you down to their level. Happens all of the time...

  • @receruca
    @receruca 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I started keto and gave up sugar 1 month ago. It changed my life totally. I was depressed, had insane fatige all the time, couldn't sleep, my memory, brain just didn't function. I was a sugar addict, my stomack was bloated all the time and I had pain. (Altough my BMI was normal)
    I am a new person now. I have energy, i lost 10 pounds, I sleep at 10 pm, I jump out of bed in the morning. I have plans and I absolve them.
    I am very thankful to dr Berg for all these videos. It changed my life.

  • @eyesurvivedmyself
    @eyesurvivedmyself ปีที่แล้ว +159

    When I was diagnosed with cancer, I stopped sugar I lost 30 pounds and all my levels in my body dropped to normal! When I stopped the sugar, this was the reason there’s been no chemo or radiation! I went back to EATING from the ground and not eating from the animal! ❤

    • @wendyhannan2454
      @wendyhannan2454 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That’s very smart, I wish you luck, and a healthy recovery.

    • @1s23d
      @1s23d ปีที่แล้ว

      Cancer feeds on sugar you essentially starved out your cancer cells

    • @teresia748
      @teresia748 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I did the chemo and radiation and now I’m Trying to rebuild my body kidney problems uti infection. leaky heart valves. I’m hoping this diet will help me rebuild my heart health in general.

    • @jasonfoley4677
      @jasonfoley4677 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How is your cancer doing? Are you still getting better? Hope so.

    • @CitizenKev2
      @CitizenKev2 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      ​@@thegreatape884not true

  • @dougieparker
    @dougieparker ปีที่แล้ว +742

    This is so true. I lost 60 pounds in four months by cutting out my soda addiction and fast food. Haven't caved, still going strong six years later.

    • @tomf5823
      @tomf5823 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      that's awesome!

    • @AmandaWspoon
      @AmandaWspoon ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I've been working on my soda addiction by trying to limit it to a window of time in the afternoon and slowly shinking it. Right now, I have it 12pm-6pm, but my end goal is 2-4 pm. I've tried cold turkey before but always failed.

    • @donaldkasper8346
      @donaldkasper8346 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Not me. Stopped all soda. Lost nothing. Fast food at most once in a month, lost nothing.

    • @barfy362
      @barfy362 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@donaldkasper8346 That's interesting. I think the primary factor for a

    • @84doll
      @84doll ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow amazing

  • @alanpaul
    @alanpaul 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    I'm starting no sugar from today, need all of your support, I'm 128kg and mentally down, feeling like not good for anything.
    Will update here my progress every 2 days.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Great!

    • @damiensouthee6913
      @damiensouthee6913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I started three weeks ago at 136 kg and as of today 129 kg, I think it just takes a while to realise how many foods have carbs in them, but I'm getting results and feeling better already.

    • @soniaterriquez9127
      @soniaterriquez9127 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Good luck!! You can do it!

    • @glory1star
      @glory1star 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hello 👋🏾From Ohio! I’m starting this today ! Wish me well 😊

  • @XJLuxury
    @XJLuxury ปีที่แล้ว +208

    I gave up sugar three months ago and lost almost 30 pounds doing no physical exertion, I couldn’t believe it.

    • @davidramishvili9696
      @davidramishvili9696 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      When you say , you gave up sugar, you mean fruit and dark chocolate as well?

    • @kbsquared630
      @kbsquared630 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Did you give up all sugar, or just added sugar?

    • @tamiagordon5416
      @tamiagordon5416 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That’s amazing!! Did you still eat bread and pasta ? Or did you cut those out to?

    • @RMD0415
      @RMD0415 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Did you give up ALL sugar? Even the sugar in certain vegetables and fruit? I eat very little refined sugars bit I eat okinawa sweet potatoes and berries

    • @GG-eh2nn
      @GG-eh2nn 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Do you have to give up fruits and honey?

  • @25Bayor
    @25Bayor ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I've quit sugar about 5 years ago. Didn't gain a single pound in weight since. My teeth are in their best condition in forever and I'm literally never tired. Would recommend.

  • @saniejay6852
    @saniejay6852 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    What would happen if you gave up for 2 weeks ?
    • your face and midsection will change
    • improves eyes/brain/arteries/kidneys
    • decreases urinating at night
    • more energy
    • cravings between meals go away
    • less stiffness/pain/inflammation
    • lose weight
    • better skin
    • improves insulin resistance
    Thank you Dr.Berg 😃

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thanks for writing it down here. Stay safe and healthy!

    • @TravisMcGee151
      @TravisMcGee151 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Drberg When your body has no sugar to burn it doesn’t go after the fat, it goes after the carbs, hence the low/no carb diets. Carbs = Glycogen. Glycogen = fuel stored in your body/liver/brain. Until you’re depleted of carbs only then can you start burning fat.

    • @-Aidan
      @-Aidan ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @jeffreyd508
      @jeffreyd508 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Why is a non-round face a "benefit"? Girls with soft, round features are most attractive. Sharp facial features, at least on a woman, is not good

    • @reivelt3715
      @reivelt3715 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@jeffreyd508 the roundness in woman's face you were talking about maybe in regards to their bone structure more.

  • @victoryasher1729
    @victoryasher1729 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I’m almost 58 years old and was diagnosed with BPH. I came across Dr. Berg’s videos, decided to give up sugar, and my BPH numbers went from 11.82 to 4.62 in less than a year! Still a high number, but I’m still working on it also. Initially my “doctors” (who knows what’s best for me 🙄) wanted me to start some meds. I told them, “I do it my way first, if it doesn’t work we’ll do it your way.” Results? Lower BPH!!
    I’m up and down with battling the sugar cravings and late night eating. Gotta find a way to discipline myself and totally stay away from it.

    • @zb2363
      @zb2363 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I try to think of it as quitting alcohol or cigarettes- it’s just as hard and there is no cheating, but it is soooo worth it! Good luck 👍

    • @victoryasher1729
      @victoryasher1729 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@zb2363 Thank you so much for the advice. Greatly appreciated 👍🏾

  • @kvachu2397
    @kvachu2397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +804

    I can't stress enough how much humanity needs this guy.

    • @PraveenSrJ01
      @PraveenSrJ01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Definitely true!

    • @georgewilliams7351
      @georgewilliams7351 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dr. Sebi as well. There's so many others giving and shown there way works as well.

    • @Leo-eb1wl
      @Leo-eb1wl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      There are actually several doctors discussing this issue now, it’s become somewhat of a movement, a lifesaving movement if you will.

    • @ray_mond
      @ray_mond 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ​@@georgewilliams7351 YES, Sebi is KING! "If Nature did not Make it, Do not Take it." An absolute legend. And He would be proud of Berg. 🤎🧡
      "I live through you"
      -Fred Bowman aka Dr. Sebi

    • @ray_mond
      @ray_mond 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kylehackett162 is that sarcasm? lol ..because i did not even know half of the things he teaches

  • @paulcrocker4157
    @paulcrocker4157 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I had a major sugar addiction but now quit sugar in both tea and coffee and
    Stopped eating tons of biscuits too, I lost 28LBS and feel so much better.

  • @madmarlowe1422
    @madmarlowe1422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    My only vice is sugar. I've lived with stage IV breast cancer for 6 years and am amazed I'm still here. I've just cleared day 4 with no sugar and already lost a few pounds and feel better. Thanks for your wonderful videos, they are so helpful!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Glad to know that you liked this post!
      -Dr. Berg's support team

    • @01IveR01
      @01IveR01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Awesome you got this 💪🏽

    • @madmarlowe1422
      @madmarlowe1422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@01IveR01 Thank you!

    • @tesselllation
      @tesselllation 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Go you ! Watch William Li videos on cancer and starving it of blood vessels .

    • @janearkell5185
      @janearkell5185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Awesome! Congratulations and keep it up!!!

  • @cnunezproductions
    @cnunezproductions 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    I’ve been sugar-free for almost 2 years.
    Life-changing.

    • @mandlenkosihlazo977
      @mandlenkosihlazo977 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      What do you eat instead?

    • @tenzindolkar8561
      @tenzindolkar8561 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Please can you tell me what are main sugar intake I have to avoid completely thank you

    • @cnunezproductions
      @cnunezproductions 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tenzindolkar8561 when I go to the grocery store if it says added sugar on the package, I will not buy it.
      I eat natural sugars, so if it is a natural sugar, that is not an added sugar, I will eat it.
      However, if it has something like xylitol, allulose, or erythritol.
      These sugars are not a problem. I will eat these.

    • @Dbeep
      @Dbeep 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@tenzindolkar8561 1) Carbohydrates like rice , bread , pasta etc . Even brown rice and pasta cut it all out !!
      2) Ultra processed foods ( basically stuff that comes in packaging but not all) example pastries , chips , chocolate ,fruit, fruit juice , soda etc
      Just drink water and eat a mostly portien diet like chicken, sea food , eggs , and eat vegtables and for healthy fats add olive oil in your food . U may think stuff like milk and cheese have no sugar but they may have , its hard to find food with no sugar so research!!!!!
      I remember this info mainly from Dr.berg's vidoes!!!!
      U may want to quite oil and butter during this process why not!!!

  • @Sk-qp7ql
    @Sk-qp7ql ปีที่แล้ว +59

    It's been around 50 days since I drastically reduced my sugar intake by 95%. I've been power walking about 3 to 4 miles every day and doing some moderate weight lifting for 15 minutes or so and I've managed to lose around 40 pounds so far! If I can do it, anyone can. JUST DO IT! We really have no other choice.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You are doing great. Keep it up!

    • @Sk-qp7ql
      @Sk-qp7ql ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Drberg Thank you, doctor. Guess what? I had my first cheat days yesterday and the day before. After experiencing how my body reacted to processed carbs, I don't think I can ever go back to including them in my diet. I felt quite uncomfortable the next day, but I persevered and still went about my daily routine. Luckily, I live in Colombia where organic foods are readily available. My wife's family is quite large, so we are always receiving fruits and veggies from their land. During my walks, I come across 15 or more different types of fruits and veggies growing, wildly, in the parks and along the way. Eating healthier has also made me a more patient person, improved my clarity of thought, and other cool stuff. Thank you for all the good, info. Keep up the good work. Have a good day.

  • @jaynukem1929
    @jaynukem1929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1511

    Of all the influences on TH-cam, this man is easily one of the greatest gifts to humanity. Never stop making the world a healthier place Dr. Berg.

    • @jaynukem1929
      @jaynukem1929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@kylehackett162 Well, I assumed sugar doesn't help in any way when it comes to losing weight. But nobody could've probably explained how much it negatively affects the human body like Dr. Berg could. I hope that clears it up.

    • @carlchappell6383
      @carlchappell6383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jaynukem1929 I get your point sir

    • @saltymurree9779
      @saltymurree9779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He and Dr. Berry. Both no nonsense.

    • @NightSky777
      @NightSky777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree, very unique. He and the "Mousetrap Monday" guy are fantastic presenters

    • @nabilaalam6210
      @nabilaalam6210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      100%

  • @NickCreatesArt
    @NickCreatesArt ปีที่แล้ว +257

    I’ve been sugar free since late January and have lost 53 pounds. Still have another 70 to go to not be overweight. Thanks Doc!

    • @peterb19
      @peterb19 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      By sugar free you mean 0 sugar added (so you can still eat fruits) or completely 0 sugars?

    • @BulletJS
      @BulletJS ปีที่แล้ว +2

      if you were that overweight to begin with you could have just cut back in general and seen the same result

    • @tigarianwarrior9556
      @tigarianwarrior9556 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@BulletJS going no sugar is better than just cutting back what you eat.
      Both are good don’t get me wrong.

    • @NeoConker626
      @NeoConker626 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ​@@BulletJS it'll definitely be faster if you cut carbs

    • @cybersifygaming
      @cybersifygaming ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Congrats, keep it up

  • @everythingsperfectagain8112
    @everythingsperfectagain8112 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can’t believe how amazing my body has been to me even though I’ve put it through he77 the last 2 decades! I have to show my body more appreciation

  • @Bdogg916
    @Bdogg916 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I did this and still drink beer sometimes and have lost 58 pounds since February (7 months). I was 258 now 200 (6 foot tall). Mainly just drink black coffee and water. Cut out a lot of bread and no more sweets or creamer. My blood pressure is way down - 115/78 instead of 140 to 150 over 90 to 100. My heart rate is also a lot lower - 60 resting. I feel way better. I am a lot less hungry too. I still eat carbs sometimes, but not nearly as much and focus more on vegetables and meat and have a low carb nut bar for breakfast usually or eggs. Cutting out the sweets and carbs does wonders. I’ve always worked out, but never had the results until I lowered the carbs. I now fit into large shirts and maybe am a 32 waist instead of 36. I am lucky this video was suggested to me by TH-cam. This video changed my life and I can’t thank Eric Berg enough for making this video.

  • @charlier442
    @charlier442 ปีที่แล้ว +306

    I stopped eating sugar on January 3rd 2019. i went from 189 Lbs to 155Lbs. i`m still there to this day. I intermittent fast 4 days a week and I limit my carbs to around 50 to 75 a day. I used to be on 30 total carbs in 2019. My bloodwork is perfect. My doctor is can`t believe how great my bloodwork is! He says my good cholesterol is so high it destroys my bad cholesterol . To this day my weight only changes about 2 lbs either way. I`m 63. People can`t believe I still eat the same way almost 4 years later.

    • @909Twodogs
      @909Twodogs ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Any tips on how to reduce carb intake. Seems everything is high in carbs

    • @charlier442
      @charlier442 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@909Twodogs You should you tube the keto diet. That is low carb no sugar diet

    • @Anon0nline
      @Anon0nline ปีที่แล้ว

      This diet would cause permanent brain damage.

    • @luanashappyhome
      @luanashappyhome ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Does this include fruit? Curious whats ok. Zevia soda? Monk fruit? Or zero?

    • @charlier442
      @charlier442 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@luanashappyhome You can eat berries, strawberries, blueberries lemon, limes etc but in moderation. You can eat pieces of apple oranges etc but they contain some carbs. No fruit juices most have sugar in them. Anything with Stevia or alcohol sugar is ok

  • @carolyna4484
    @carolyna4484 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    All of my menopausal symptoms stopped by cutting out as much sugar and carbs as possible. And eating more unprocessed foods. At 52 I feel so much healthier. Dr Berg's advice is worth listening to.

    • @JessicaMiller-pc4dj
      @JessicaMiller-pc4dj ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for this - I'm struggling myself and I need inspiration.

    • @michellearena4602
      @michellearena4602 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Just started this yesterday. I'm 52 as well, and soooo glad to hear this helped with menopause. Hoping for the same 🙏

    • @elizabethaoun8367
      @elizabethaoun8367 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm 58 and still struggling with Menopausal symptoms. So I suppose I should cut down my sugar also..Thanks .

    • @stacihunt4407
      @stacihunt4407 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m 51 and was recently diagnosed with TNBC and I’ve cut sugar completely and low carbs

    • @irenegresham1519
      @irenegresham1519 ปีที่แล้ว

      Workt for me cutting down on suger my menopause symptoms improved lots more energy better brain function even less hot flashes and brain fog symptoms drinking a cup of hot water in the morning after breakfasts helps to cut down on alot of my menopause symptoms for the day also helps with blood circulation Regulates the hormones

  • @mouzzamahmad2171
    @mouzzamahmad2171 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Dr is 💯 right I experienced skin improved lost 24 lbs in 1 and half month doing fasting and eating fat ,protein ,walnuts and other healthy foods low carb Alhamdulillah

    • @Sparklewithspoorthi
      @Sparklewithspoorthi 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hi thanks for your comment!
      What’s your intermittent fasting window?
      And did you do any workout/walking?

    • @mouzzamahmad2171
      @mouzzamahmad2171 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @Sparklewithspoorthi I have done omad continuously for 15days
      Then I did 3 day fast to speed up fat loss and then again continue my omad and after 4 5 days did 2 days fast then omad after a month I started doing very low carb diet I mostly eat buffalo meat with fat . I did not restrict calorie I eat till satisfaction.
      I did not consume table sugar or any
      Packed food I only eat honey with milk and cream some time a week for my sweet cravings in the beginning in my 1st month I also eat one fruit in my omad and dates walnut.

  • @annahornstra4078
    @annahornstra4078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I lost 20 lbs cutting out all sugars 😊 My husband actually told me NOT to lose any more weight. I am down to 115 lbs but I'm only 5'2"/5'3" so i actually look better than I have since I was a teenager and i also feel great. This diet is pretty amazing! Cut out all sugar and start exercising every morning. You will be SO glad that you did. ❤️

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Congratulations on your success with Keto/ IF! This is amazing! Dr. Berg would love to hear your success story. Would you like to share it? Feel free to upload your story here: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story
      -Dr. Berg's Support Team

    • @nastynate2379
      @nastynate2379 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      U still FAT , I SEEN U THE OTHER DAY

    • @annahornstra4078
      @annahornstra4078 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nastynate2379 I weigh 110 lbs. Lmao 😂 My guess would be that YOU are fat! If not fat, I know FOR CERTAIN that you are MISERABLE. If you weren't miserable, you wouldn't comment such crappy things on someone's comment. I feel sorry for. I pray that Christ softens your heart and makes you a happier individual. God bless ❤️

    • @nastynate2379
      @nastynate2379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@annahornstra4078 just having fun on the INTERNET SWEETHEART , No hard feelings

    • @jacks910
      @jacks910 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What other sugarless foods can I eat than?

  • @nikkiervinmusic
    @nikkiervinmusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I stopped eating sugar on February 15th of this year. I’m down 67 pounds as of today. It’s very true that your face will start to lose its puffiness. I noticed that my mood has improved, I feel more level headed and focused. I cut way down on carbs too. I’m so proud of myself! I spent so much time in and out of gyms but I was working out just so I could eat whatever I wanted to. This time around, I thought it was more important for me to fix my diet. I pay more attention to what happens to my body when I eat certain foods and that’s why I’ve been able to keep the weight off without going to the gym. Eventually I’ll go to tone up but I’d rather just keep the focus on what I’m eating/not eating for right now.

    • @lan1331
      @lan1331 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😃🙌🏻

    • @RSJohnson-Author
      @RSJohnson-Author 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That's really awesome! I get overwhelmed when I think of quitting sugar. Idk what TO eat. Especially since I'm vegetarian. But it's very commendable that you're sticking to it!

    • @ericdraven7185
      @ericdraven7185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I went on a low carb low sugar diet about 6 months ago, I was an already very fit person, but I still dropped weight... feel better, get full easier, don't get hungry in between meals, ect. I just feel much healthier over all. I eating maybe 30 grams or less of carbs and far far less sugar a day.

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keep goin' girl!

    • @desmondmckernan46
      @desmondmckernan46 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds good 😊

  • @Randeb86
    @Randeb86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    Great advice Doc, my wife and I are seniors, we have given up probably 80 percent of sugar in our diet, we’ve both lost a couple of sizes in our clothing, more energy, less joint pains too, cutting out sugar is crucial, we can live without it!!!

    • @judyc7200
      @judyc7200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Using a app like Cronometer helps a great deal keeping track of carbs and sugars. It also helps me keep track of the protein that I need at age 65. It takes a little bit of time to learn how to use, but is worth it!

    • @rajeshakireddy6911
      @rajeshakireddy6911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can i eat rice for the lunch and few fruits for dinner? I will step biscuits, sweets, coffee with sugar.

    • @davisholman8149
      @davisholman8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@rajeshakireddy6911 Rice & fruit are sugar. Cut it all if you want to quit craving. Then, if you choose to have occasional berries, you can do so if you eat protein with some fat to slow down their metabolism. You are kidding yourself if you think rice & fruit is OK.🤷🏽

    • @rajeshakireddy6911
      @rajeshakireddy6911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davisholman8149 iam from India. Mostly I will get rice and wheat for food. What else I can eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner other than Rice and what. Please tel some options. Thanks in advance.

    • @AlRoblesTV
      @AlRoblesTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rajeshakireddy6911 eat at least two large chicken eggs everyday..also eat a lot of vegetables esp the greens then add more salts

  • @carmelita9396
    @carmelita9396 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I remember having my head ripped off by a hospital dietician, when I questioned the Ensure they were pumping into my dad through a feeding tube, when he had cancer. I asked if sugar was ok. I heard it feeds cancer. Response from her was “ sugar does NOT feed cancer! That is a myth!”I just shut up around her after this point. Later I went to pick him up and she had left for the day and forgot to write him an order for food. I raised heck at that point. But what they tell older people to eat is crap. Its disgusting the care older humans get. Thank you dr berg. You are changing our world by being a wonderful Human.

  • @susannahrobinson3871
    @susannahrobinson3871 ปีที่แล้ว +328

    I wish I could show you the difference in the puffiness of my face after 8 days without sugar!
    It’s been 2 weeks now- I have to admit I’m still battling my emotional attachment to sugar, but I haven’t given in at all!

    • @Blurp3
      @Blurp3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Did you have any withdrawals and any symptoms like headaches, etc??? I'm about to cut out sugar in a few days 😰. I've been a chocoholic and sugar "addict" my whole life.

    • @martinr506
      @martinr506 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much you lose ?

    • @Gratefully-
      @Gratefully- ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So you can’t even eat fruit? 😅

    • @Blurp3
      @Blurp3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Gratefully- Yes you can still eat fruit!

    • @tungngothanh3194
      @tungngothanh3194 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Blurp3 I just know that some popular fruits now are still having sugar

  • @carminetruppajr1970
    @carminetruppajr1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +282

    This is great stuff. I was eating a lot of snacks and refined sugars. In June I cut out the 2 candy bars a day and sugary snacks. Everything you mentioned in this video has happened to me. I am down 25 lbs, down 4 inches on my waist. My back feels better, no longer taking 4 Advil a night at work for backaches from inflammation. I feel great. Intermittent fast easily. Thank you for this.

    • @susanhaunch138
      @susanhaunch138 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good for you, well done.

    • @bettielubbe1825
      @bettielubbe1825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ek wil weet ek eet baie bananas is dit goed of bevat dit ook baie suiker. Ek is 73jaar. Wat moet ek eet.

    • @rihannaajie3866
      @rihannaajie3866 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bettielubbe1825 73 months old

    • @kathadax
      @kathadax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@bettielubbe1825 Bananas do have a lot of sugar, but try eating them when they are more green and not completely yellow, as at this early stage they do not have as much sugar. (This is according to Dr Guidry). Another point in favor of bananas is that they give us balanced magnesium and especially potassium. It is hard to get a good balance of these two nutrients from natural sources, so bananas are helpful to the body in that way. I will add that according to some nutritionists bananas should be eaten on their own, not combined with other fruits, or baked into breads and muffins. If you mash the banana and stir it vigorously into a glass of water and drink it, it has a very nourishing effect.

    • @estellemarievandeventer885
      @estellemarievandeventer885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bettielubbe1825 maak n smoothie met n halwe piesang, kwart koppie gerasperde wortels en melk.

  • @MrJosephfunk
    @MrJosephfunk ปีที่แล้ว +173

    Started this and the change is very real. Doctor wanted me to come back in two weeks after giving me grief about my weight. The look on the nurses face realizing in a couple weeks I dropped 25 pounds was priceless. Now to see what happens after the initial loss month after month. Good luck to all.

    • @steplane48
      @steplane48 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Joseph Funk Yeah, I also did it and I see many change.
      You seems to be nice person to be friends with. I hope we can get to know each other

    • @mihajlo7817
      @mihajlo7817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i didnt hear well,can you tell me
      should i cut fruits too at 16yo

    • @kaijohnson9048
      @kaijohnson9048 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kuddos to you Sir! Keep up the good work 💪🏽🙌🏽

    • @MrJosephfunk
      @MrJosephfunk ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaijohnson9048 Thank you. All I need to do is stay consistent and be patient. the other pieces will fall into place.

    • @lostbydesign
      @lostbydesign ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mihajlo7817 No. He said you can eat them but limited them. And if you do, it should be with breakfast and maybe a banana with lunch for the potassium for fuel. I've used coconut water and almonds at lunch for a power boost when I can't have time for lunch.

  • @Mrbimdrummer
    @Mrbimdrummer 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I stopped all proccesed sugar in January. Three months of eating of eating once a day I lost 20 Kg. Never felt better never slept better and have way more energy than I can remember

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Excellent. Keep up the good work. Would you like to share your Keto/ IF success story on my website? I'd be happy to see your story there. Feel free to upload your story here: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story

    • @jaishreeradhekrishna6383
      @jaishreeradhekrishna6383 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@Drberg Dr can we eat fruits during this phase

  • @pynkbymbo
    @pynkbymbo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    I am dealing with fatigue, bad skin, my face is puffy af, I'm bloated, always tired, I feel stiff and just not as limber and I KNOW it's bcuz I'm addicted to sugar. I'm like a drug addict with heroin when it comes to sugar. I'm sooooo ready to stop eating sugar, I'm so glad I found this video!!!! Perfect timing.
    UPDATE: This comment was NOT meant for advice!!! I was simply showing appreciation to the video creator by letting him know how his content relates to my life. Thank you but I know what I need to do and how I need to do it! I’ve been sugarless for 6 days now-no fasting, no substitutions-I’m doing what’s best for me and my lifestyle.

    • @michaelkaye251
      @michaelkaye251 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      A little at a time. Don’t quit it all right away or you will feel sick. Small consistent removal

    • @pynkbymbo
      @pynkbymbo ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@michaelkaye251 doc said to quit cold turkey tho

    • @pangchung1321
      @pangchung1321 ปีที่แล้ว

      Asian don't rely on drugs n western medicines....

    • @pynkbymbo
      @pynkbymbo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pangchung1321 lol yea ok 🤔🤨

    • @cameronwelsh4630
      @cameronwelsh4630 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@themeekshallrule Sugar is not more addicting than heroin. Y’all just have bad self discipline👍🏼

  • @StringTheoryStudiosLLC
    @StringTheoryStudiosLLC ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This video saved my quality of life. I felt so heavy and bogged down. I weighed 240 two weeks ago. Now I weigh 212 and all ready fit into my old jacket. I barely eat sugars and carbs now, and I eat a ton of veggies and grilled meats. I drink probably a gallon of water now daily easy. Quitting sugar & carbs improved the way EVERYTHING tastes! I love water now. Veggietables taste amazing now, better than they ever have. I can jump and burst into a sprint without a second thought again. I truely feel amazing. Thank you so much for the information!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wonderful! You're very welcome!

  • @narasimha_bharadwaj
    @narasimha_bharadwaj ปีที่แล้ว +229

    I always wondered why I never lost my chubby cheeks. After taking out sugar off my diet my face is now more refined & i"m very surprised to see my tummy fat vanish. I feel more lighter, energetic & younger. I have been following your advice to a great extent. You are the best Dr. with precision and accurate info. 👍🏻

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Very happy for you. Keep up the good work!

    • @RobinZipporah
      @RobinZipporah ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, 👍 I also have the "🍎🍏" cheeks which I've ALWAYS hated! I'm going to do this!

    • @obergruppenfuhrer-
      @obergruppenfuhrer- ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Is he talking about the normal sugar which we put in milk, tea etc or the glucose sugar we take in our diet?

    • @larrytanton5787
      @larrytanton5787 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup u lost weight and if had a double chin that goes also.

    • @johnboehmer6683
      @johnboehmer6683 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Drberg Are you speaking of just cane sugar, or all kinds of sugar in this video? If not just cane sugar, can you give a list of everything that would need to be quit in order to eat truly no sugar?

  • @olive3700
    @olive3700 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +78

    It's December 31, 2023 and I'm eating the last of the Christmas candy while watching this to psyche up for my "No Sugar," New Year's resolution. This is a great motivational talk! Thank you so much Dr. Berg!

    • @sunnycowboy2147
      @sunnycowboy2147 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      keep us updated about ur journey

    • @MountainMeg67
      @MountainMeg67 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m doing that too! Shooting for sugar-free January but may go longer. One day at a time! 🤞🏻

    • @Chan12340
      @Chan12340 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Am starting today... Fighting!

    • @flojectorcoasters8781
      @flojectorcoasters8781 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same

    • @stephenmullenmarketing
      @stephenmullenmarketing 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How’s it going

  • @AlirezaAliabadi
    @AlirezaAliabadi ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am an MD and I am so glad I found your channel. Finally someone on TH-cam that talks textbook science.
    Thank you!

  • @bigdiesel5184
    @bigdiesel5184 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    I’ve cut off sugar and carbs for the most part and I’ve definitely noticed improvements on every single thing listed on here. Between changing my diet, exercising and taking vitamins and also being very determined and having faith I’ve lost over 200 pounds since March of 2022. Discovering this channel has played a huge role in my weight loss journey.

    • @BulletJS
      @BulletJS ปีที่แล้ว +1

      jeez 4 lb/week weight loss. you were clearly not doing anything for your health before

    • @lucyp-mc8lh
      @lucyp-mc8lh ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well done!

    • @billk122
      @billk122 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Way to go!! Wonderful job!
      I’ve quit eating most , 90% of carbs and sugar. I started January 1 of 23. Lost 25 lbs . I’ve always been dyslexic. Sounds far fetched but I can read like normal. My brain changed. I was always embarrassed to read in front of people since I was in 1st grade. Not anymore. I never want to return to my old way of eating. It’s still kinda difficult.

    • @GhOsTShOTLDN
      @GhOsTShOTLDN ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Niceeeee gonna have to change your name to mid diesel518

    • @itznotbiancaxc132
      @itznotbiancaxc132 ปีที่แล้ว

      did this also help for fatty shoulders? i am deeply insecure about that part of my body

  • @miltonbates6425
    @miltonbates6425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Cutting-out all forms of sugar changed my life completely. It's insane how this molecule can cause so much damage in the body to the point where people think being sick is normal. I'll never go back to eating sugar.

    • @jaden9760
      @jaden9760 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What foods do you avoid to cut out sugar?

    • @thatchicktoy
      @thatchicktoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jaden9760 good question, I’m curious about fruit sugar??

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I respect that for sure.

    • @rajendraawasthi7123
      @rajendraawasthi7123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about fruits sugar??

    • @plaasboer1568
      @plaasboer1568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rajendraawasthi7123 It is fructose sugar I think it is fine to consume. But note fruit that is juiced contains alot of fructose sugar. For example eating a whole apple takes time drinking the same apple in juice form is fast so you can get more fructose sugar in from juicing than you.

  • @ms.rivera7898
    @ms.rivera7898 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What a fantastic video! I am currently on Whole30, which allows for no added sugar, no refined carbs, no processed food, and no dairy. I am one week in and my skin is starting to clear up, and has a glow. I have done Whole30 for a month in the past, but slowly started back eating junk food and lots of sugars. This time around, I am becoming more aware of the many recipes I can make, as well as healthy desserts! This video is good motivation to never go back to eating sugar and processed junk. There are too many health benefits for cutting out the unnecessary sugar in our lives. Thanks.

    • @DD-qd4dy
      @DD-qd4dy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I desire to do the lifestyle that you're doing.

  • @jjns3324
    @jjns3324 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I gave up all PROCESSED sugar four years ago, and lost about 30 lbs, 140 to 110 (I'm 5'8"). I still eat healthy food with natural occurring sugar as in fruits and vegtables, and stay cognizant of carbs. I just don't overdue it.
    It does make you look younger if that's what you're after. I get tired of hearing from overweight people, "you're so skinny".

    • @DannaK247
      @DannaK247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Just overweight people say this to you? Interesting.. how rude!

    • @789genie
      @789genie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I also hear from people bigger than me "you can't starve yourself (intermittent fasting). You can't lose weight like that". I've lost 19 lbs so far

    • @carolinagurl22
      @carolinagurl22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I’m told, “You need to gain weight.” I’m on keto to be healthy, not to lose weight. I am 66 and on no meds. It works.

    • @maicol67
      @maicol67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@DannaK247 Seriously how rude of U? Are U overweight? Interesting because If you were thin skinny or light weight I'm sure you'd get sick of hearing it too heck I know I'm sick of it especially from my own family. Hmm think of it, maybe not just the overweight people say it but I bet the percentages that do say it outweigh the lower weight folks. Don't hate, educate yourself especially with Dr Berg and like this video states you'll be so much more nicer and pleasant to be around

    • @charlesdean640
      @charlesdean640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yes its the processed food thatbis the problem. We have got to stop lumping fruit and processed sugar together. I eat about 500 grams of "sugar" from fruit every day. I would be in a diabetic coma if I ate 500 grams of processed sugar every day.

  • @annettestephens5337
    @annettestephens5337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    I want to add that giving up sugar takes a massive commitment and initially the body craves sugar so much that you will need to be very determined and focused on your longer term goals and be able to not cave in. I have friends who say they tried it but it made them feel terrible. However it takes a while and they didn’t give it long enough. Great video for those who have tried other things and have now hit rock bottom.....that was me

    • @kristinathomas5890
      @kristinathomas5890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Yes! It's hard! It takes commitment, emotional strength, cooking more, careful shopping, and other things. And the cravings don't go away in 3 days. Maybe that's the experience for some people, but not me, and I'm sure for many others. I've read several places that it takes a week to start feeling better. It was a week for me until the intense cravings and bad moods stopped, and then after 2 weeks I finally had very little craving for sugar plus my health felt better. Every person is different.

    • @LetsFocusOnChrist
      @LetsFocusOnChrist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That transition phase is where fat bombs are helpful.

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      agree 100 %

    • @YTStopCensoringFreedomOfspeech
      @YTStopCensoringFreedomOfspeech 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Specific nutrients have been identified to eliminate sugar cravings. Glutamine and omega 3s. In my opinion, both these nutrients are crucial because it comes with other nutrients in natural foods that the body requires. They are in real foods. Not processed foods, and not supplements. One is a essential fat, the other isn't essential but foods with that amino acid typically contain lots of nutrients that are essential.

    • @courtneycunningham7646
      @courtneycunningham7646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, sugar is one of those things that you should not cut out cold turkey or you’ll get terrible headaches. But I did his first cut out consuming sugary drinks and desserts. Once your body acclimate to that, then you can water fast or keto diet. Otherwise you’ll be miserable.

  • @BustersitBustersit
    @BustersitBustersit ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I did this in November. I went from 203lb to 180lb. Life changing. The weight has stayed off. I feel great.
    I’m now fasting as well, bc I don’t crave. Thanks Doc!

    • @NoExcuses98
      @NoExcuses98 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wait so is eating fruit bad?

    • @anthonygen251
      @anthonygen251 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you cut just sugar or carbs too?

  • @JohnDoesItAll
    @JohnDoesItAll 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've watched your channel for years and you've hammered this point home. I've been resisted but final cut the sugar and carbs going on three weeks. The biggest difference I've noticed is less hunger. It's 9 pm, and I've only had a small meal at 230pm. I haven't needed my mid day naps either. I didn't realize until watching your video that I've been sleeping through the night without going to the bathroom; I didn't know there was a connection. Thanks doc!

  • @sussexdel4310
    @sussexdel4310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Can confirm - it’s rough to do at first, but you CAN do it! Resist sugar and try it out for a few days…

    • @adammudd
      @adammudd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      What sort of meals do you eat? I have tried no sugar multiple times and I end up with really severe carb cravings that get worse and worse. Even 10 days later it wouldn't take much to convince me to have a plate of chips 😬

    • @sussexdel4310
      @sussexdel4310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@adammudd Adam, I’ve gotten into making my own beef and chicken bone broth - coincidentally, I’m about to make some more beef broth this morning. When you drink it, it nourishes you very deeply and seems to put vitamins, minerals and amino acids in you to allay your cravings. It moistens your body, so to speak, and your alimentary system moves better, eliminating toxins and then discharging all the gunk…I hope this helps you and all who read…bless you ☺️

    • @asimialmini2147
      @asimialmini2147 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      A hole day can i take two slice of bread or not

    • @adammudd
      @adammudd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sussexdel4310 ooo that's a brilliant idea. Thank you!!

    • @adammudd
      @adammudd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@asimialmini2147 no. Keto means no carbs

  • @raheljupiter
    @raheljupiter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Yes I did! And the pain in my body are gone! My skin are fresh and clear! That’s the best decision I have ever made 🙌🏼🤩👍🏼

  • @anishhirlekar1033
    @anishhirlekar1033 ปีที่แล้ว +611

    Thanks a ton for putting this out there dr. It's been three years since I removed refined sugar from my diet and I've experienced all the benefits you've listed in this video. It's as if 90% of my health problems vanished!

    • @Spiral.Dynamics
      @Spiral.Dynamics ปีที่แล้ว +13

      TH-cam just asked me to rate this comment.

    • @temporaryname5973
      @temporaryname5973 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🤣🤣

    • @hyanotha
      @hyanotha ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What kind of diet sugar do you use?

    • @raygordonteacheschess5501
      @raygordonteacheschess5501 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Along with 90 percent of the fun in life.

    • @Spiral.Dynamics
      @Spiral.Dynamics ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@hyanotha
      I use allulose. They have it at Walmart now & they call it RX SUGAR.

  • @zahidparvaiztantry7817
    @zahidparvaiztantry7817 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I cut sugar n some carbs today i felt energetic. When before a month i lifted fifty kg rice from a store that is about three hundred metres away from my home i became so tired and after that it is my twentieth day without sugar i lifted today just like bag but i Don't feel tired. Thank u dr berg u r life saver

  • @orangeninja912
    @orangeninja912 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Sugar is the likely the biggest reason for illness and chronic disease in our lifetime. Thanks Doc for always reminding us (your followers) what the real dietary culprit of today is

    • @Momtocam1997
      @Momtocam1997 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is indeed…causes inflammation…and inflammation begins a spiraling effect on the body….called Disease….

    • @mhaas281
      @mhaas281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      And seed oils

    • @amjonzez1
      @amjonzez1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The dietary culprit of today and yesterday is mucus. Get get of the mucus that causes inflammation that causes the disease

    • @pnp8849
      @pnp8849 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not really. The secret is vegetable oil (poly-unsaturated). It's truly a toxic waste product of collaboration between pharmaceutical, investors and elite politician back in the '80. Before the invention of veggies oils USA hardly ever have cancer, Alzheimer, and (diabetes is never heard of). Kaiser hospital is 2 hr drive but now Kaiser is almost as much as 7/11. My family didn't get fool by the US government big hype "alternative healthy fat" in the '90 during Democrat-Clinton's administration, especially knowingly how native Indians got treated in this country. We always cook with pork fat, butter, coconut oil and we're almost near retirement now with no health issue. I'm 55 and my cardio is equivalence to teenager. Life is good as long as you create your own path and never to follow the heard...As for sugar, it has been around the world since stone-ages. Don't forget sugar is just as good as gold back in the old day and no one every die from it. Vegetable oil, however, only begun 30+yr ago and now the whole country is collapsing from overweight.

    • @truthandjustice7219
      @truthandjustice7219 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sugar is the biggest poison in the world..
      And they keep on pushing these Sugers on our kids from an early age..

  • @vivianvo7014
    @vivianvo7014 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    now I stopped sugar, I realize every foods around us having sugar, my children and our younger generation kids in the family, have so much sugar intake day in and day out. Trying to educate them to cut back on sugar is such a mission including sharing your videos , Thank you Doctor Berg

    • @andrijanaginin1168
      @andrijanaginin1168 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's so true, once you stop eating it and you go to the supermarket, you realize that sooo many things have sugars! I often have this feeling in restaurants too...

    • @richardlawson6787
      @richardlawson6787 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Steak and steamed veggies have no sugar...some complex carbs but not simple sugars..very easy to totally avoid sugar

  • @TheOneStoneAngell
    @TheOneStoneAngell ปีที่แล้ว +297

    Two weeks today with zero sugar and doing one meal a day. This is a life changer for me, I’ve totally changed the way I look at foods with sugar. I quit all soda drinks back in 08, as of right now I think I will do the same for sugar.

    • @citizen1115
      @citizen1115 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Do you feel any new cavities on tooth. When i cut sugar for 1 week i got sudden cavities in my tooth hurting much severe. I don't know why. Doctors say sugar is the culprit, but I was addicted to sugar. Now I stopped just to have a try. But it adversely affected me.

    • @ericclaeyborn3600
      @ericclaeyborn3600 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@citizen1115 Brush your teeth.

    • @jamesmoody9363
      @jamesmoody9363 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@citizen1115 I don't think stopping the sugar is what cause your toothache it was just time for that rotten tooth to reveal itself because you had been eating sugar so long before you stopped.it's not because you stopped that this happened.keep moving forward!!! 🤔🤔🤔😊🙂

    • @TheOneStoneAngell
      @TheOneStoneAngell ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@citizen1115 Late reply….. no problems with my teeth but I see a dentist twice a year.

    • @vonaja5888
      @vonaja5888 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Did you cut out natural sugar like potatoes. Because everything has sugar in it

  • @jkatyb
    @jkatyb 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I want my face to be not round again! I gave up sugar once .. for 5 years- I want to do this again.
    I didn’t even know how good it was for me then.

  • @mosconi0359
    @mosconi0359 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    People who need to lose a lot of weight need to really take this guy's advice to heart. 3 months ago I weighed 318 lbs. I was tired all the time, lethargic, and didn't feel like doing anything at all except watch tv. I decided to lose at least 100 lbs and all I did was STOP EATING SUGAR. No pasta, no rice, no bread, no potatoes, no pizza, no doughnuts or pastries or cookies or cake or ice cream, you name it, I stopped eating it. And I gave up soda cold turkey. I've been eating only MEAT and drinking only WATER or unsweetened ice tea and I've lost nearly 50 lbs. I noticed everything he talks about. First my face and neck got thinner, then my waist (I can now wear pants I couldn't wear for the last 5 years). I feel more energetic and I'm getting a lot more done around the house and basically enjoying life again! I will continue this until I reach 200 lbs which I feel will be an ideal weight for me as I am 6' tall. I will never go back to the SAD that got me and most of us into this mess over the last 50 years. Its gonna be low to no carbs for me from now on. Thing is, I love bacon, steak, prime rib, ribs, hamburgers, pork chops, eggs and cheese so giving up sugar was easy. Don't be afraid to give it a try. You will spend a few days on the crapper as your body makes the switch from using sugar to using fat as fuel, but it passes after a few days and you'll be right as rain. Best of luck.

    • @aprilhudecek4649
      @aprilhudecek4649 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Awesome, but you need to add in vegetables! What you are describing is basically the Atkins diet. Many vegetables are full of protein. They also provide fiber and water and many other vitamins and nutrients.

    • @Beelzebub73
      @Beelzebub73 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you can still eat pasta's but they need to be 100 percent whole grain the carbs in that are not derived from sugars aka you will lose weight

    • @Oberbaumbruecke
      @Oberbaumbruecke ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Why don't you eat any greens and vegetables? Eating meat only is not healthy.

    • @Oberbaumbruecke
      @Oberbaumbruecke ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@aprilhudecek4649 Definately! 👍 🍋🥕 🥗

    • @mse7501
      @mse7501 ปีที่แล้ว

      Look at your hands if you want to know how to eat talk for hours and 5 estables a day

  • @cantstandtheestablishment4004
    @cantstandtheestablishment4004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +277

    I went very low carb, cutting out sugar in Jan 2022. I do intermittent fasting (18:6) most days. Dr. Berg is absolutely right about the cravings. Even when I get to my eating window at 7 AM, I am not hungry and could easily keep fasting.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      That's fantastic! Thank you for sharing!
      Dr. Berg's Support Team.

    • @gigikontra7023
      @gigikontra7023 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@Drberg after cutting down on sugar, I started being more attracted to blondes as opposed to brunettes. Is this a documented side effect? 😉

    • @pr...pspaintings8415
      @pr...pspaintings8415 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gigikontra7023 Hahaha, funny...I'm a brunette. 😂😒

    • @nylenyap3933
      @nylenyap3933 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gigikontra7023 🤷🏼‍♀️

    • @katherinekramer7102
      @katherinekramer7102 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣😁

  • @ronnieg.blainejr.5679
    @ronnieg.blainejr.5679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    This guy is the greatest. What I love is that it’s a choice you gotta choose, this is something I live by. CHOICES. I only wish I’d found Eric Berg sooner. You are a true patron of humanity.

    • @PHlophe
      @PHlophe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dr Sebi + Eric = winning fr fr

  • @LastDays2024
    @LastDays2024 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I started water fast at 12am 12/22/23.. This morning this video pops up. My goal is to do 11 days and then go from there.
    Thank you DR Eric Berg

  • @1364FILM
    @1364FILM ปีที่แล้ว +255

    Dear Dr. Eric Berg, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to you. Your informative videos have truly changed my life for the better. Each time I watch one, I am filled with admiration for the incredible knowledge and compassion you bring to the table. Thank you for being a wonderful human being and making a difference in people’s lives. Keep up the amazing work!

    • @toomylight2311
      @toomylight2311 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great , did you get headaches from withdrawing so fast ?

    • @franktruth6322
      @franktruth6322 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@toomylight2311you do. I did and a lot of people did while on deployment when we were deprived of all that bad food, poor diet and a lot less sugar, only water.

    • @patriciaoreilly8907
      @patriciaoreilly8907 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen. Beautiful said & agree 👍

    • @yumihara14
      @yumihara14 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's just processed sugar? Or we shouldn't eat sugary natural things either? Like fruits and even some vegetables etc

    • @1364FILM
      @1364FILM 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@yumihara14 those are Ok if you don't exceed Like dates

  • @miatrue98
    @miatrue98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Thank you Dr Berg, I cut out sugar totally a few months ago and I am a living proof of what you said on this video. My ophthalmologist said that they cannot believe that my eyesight has improved, she said that this is the first time she came across a person whose vision has significantly improved with time, and they have been seeing me for a while. I have lost 2,5 stone and I am feeling great! Thank you so much for revealing how much goodness I have done to my body! Thank you!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Wonderful! Well done!

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      WOW‼This is the first I heard about the eyes. 👍

    • @lalyamehr434
      @lalyamehr434 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you cut out white sugar or all types of sugars ?..because sugar is found in fruits also.

    • @miatrue98
      @miatrue98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lalyamehr434 white processed sugar and anything that contains it. Fruit has nutrients and antioxidants so in my diet in moderate portions is ok

    • @mssandycanada
      @mssandycanada 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Mia, congratulations so happy for you hun. If you don't mind me asking, how old are you? (asking this in regards to the eyesight part of your comment)

  • @kokkinoskoufitsa147
    @kokkinoskoufitsa147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    I cut out sugar completely for 8 months and you are absolutely right, I lost weight easily and my skin/mood instantly improved- fully recommend it. However it didn't take 3 days, it took weeks (if not months) for the sugar cravings to stop and the reasults to show.

    • @yvesvandevyvere3463
      @yvesvandevyvere3463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      It's the same for me. Two years ago I decided to stop eating sugar and sweets. It was difficult but after a few weeks, it was ok. I thought I found the way to get rid of my sugar addiction. Sadly, a few months later, the cravings slowly came back, and now I'm back where I started. That's been the case my whole life: perfect for a while, but then I fall back to old habits. After so many efforts, in my mind I have given up, sad but the truth.

    • @EXRDaBeasta
      @EXRDaBeasta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      It is natural to crave sugar as your body does need it in small doses. Just like it needs trans fats and sodium and other things we worry about. But in small amounts. Fully cutting out sugar is about as healthy as fully cutting out protein. Your body needs some form of them both. Best not to listen to a guy on youtube and talk to your doctors instead.

    • @alcogito8287
      @alcogito8287 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@yvesvandevyvere3463 You used the right word: habits. With new habits, like no snacking and watching out for sugar, will save you.

    • @sana.fatima.s3364
      @sana.fatima.s3364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Did u cut fruit sugar aswell?

    • @jaehyunscousinnara4537
      @jaehyunscousinnara4537 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What kind of diet did you follow

  • @boboso4319
    @boboso4319 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Starting this in the morning. Let’s see how this goes 😊
    205 pounds…ready go!

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Wonderful. Wishing you good health!

    • @boboso4319
      @boboso4319 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      5 Days in and down 6 pounds

  • @BillThaPill
    @BillThaPill 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I’m 40. Going on 2 weeks with no soda and I can definitely tell the difference!

    • @bobcatbigpaws5597
      @bobcatbigpaws5597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Proud of you. Sodas also can destroy your bones. I've seen people drink nothing but soda with their meals. Our young children are drinking way to much sodas.

    • @luckyfisher7240
      @luckyfisher7240 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Pour some coca cola on your car battery terminals and watch what happens. You will NEVER drink a coke again after I'm sure...

    • @nickmay9797
      @nickmay9797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah if you put a old dirty penny in to some Coca-Cola it will come out like new

    • @nickmay9797
      @nickmay9797 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If Coca-Cola cleans dirty metal who really knows what it's doing to your insides ? ? ? That's why I don't drink it.

    • @bobcatbigpaws5597
      @bobcatbigpaws5597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@luckyfisher7240 I remember doing this years ago. People don't realize how bad carbonated drinks are for you.

  • @effyiew7318
    @effyiew7318 ปีที่แล้ว +498

    I dropped 60 lbs a few years ago like it was nothing - went from 213 to 153. Half my friends were bugging me to find out what fad diet I was on. The other half thought I had some illness like cancer since I had dropped 60 lbs in a matter of months like it was nothing. I mean the weight poured off me like water. I kept telling them that all I did was cut almost all the sugar out of my diet and no one wanted to believe me. I told them that there's so much sugar in daily stuff that they're not even aware of. I mean, I would go shopping for diet meals back then like lean cuisine or weight watchers only to see on the ingredients that some of them had upwards of 15-20 grams of sugar! That's not a diet meal! It's insane how much added sugar there is in everything.
    The first two weeks were the worst. I would get these crazed hunger attacks...like I'd eat and a half hour later my stomach would growl and I'd feel like I was gonna pass out. But I realized that the sugar was a drug and I was going through withdrawal. What's amazing is that once I made it past the two weeks, all of a sudden, ANY sugar was too much for me. Whereas in the past I could eat a whole candy bar, now I'd break off one square from a hershey bar and I'm fine. Any more than that and I want to gag because it's too much sugar. Sodas? Same thing - I gag just putting them in my mouth. Once you get past the sugar cravings and come out the other end the rest is easy because once you get over the sugar, you lose your taste for it because the amount they put in daily foods and drinks is so much that the smallest taste and you gag.

    • @j.3854
      @j.3854 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Lillian Maya shut up.

    • @j.3854
      @j.3854 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      great story and excellent work!

    • @jrhenry686
      @jrhenry686 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, that's incredible. I knew most of what you said, but the view test it's a drug is a useful one, and if fully agree with it as I suspect our so-called lesdersvate in reality our ultimate enemy and taking every opportunity to wage war on humanity.
      Thanks, friend and all the best.
      Peace.
      J Australian

    • @blairjones1351
      @blairjones1351 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      My experience is much the same. First two weeks were really tough. But now? I can taste the sugar in natural greek yogurt! Before, it tasted so bland. Not anymore!

    • @JohnixFTW
      @JohnixFTW ปีที่แล้ว +10

      question, by cutting sugar do you still eat fruit?

  • @marjbiehler7628
    @marjbiehler7628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    This is all so true. I was a hot mess, pre-diabetic and very overweight, when I cut out sugar and wheat/grains almost five months ago. Wow, what a difference it made in a very short time. If you are thinking about doing this, I strongly encourage you to do it.

    • @LilLynda
      @LilLynda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for sharing this, I am chubby ( 207lbs) and I'm 5'5. My sons are chubby too and I want to listen and Save our lives from T-2 and everything else that comes with unhealthy eating habits. My name is Lynda, please keep my babies and myself in your prayers. Its all about my self discipline, I have to be the change I needed as a young person..my babies are depending on me! 💯

    • @meyokkob458
      @meyokkob458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s so hard to cut back on sugar

    • @MetalSlugzMaster
      @MetalSlugzMaster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@meyokkob458 The key is not to cut back, but to cut sugar OUT for a while. This forces your body to re-structure its energy usage from carbs to fat. I won't sugarcoat it (harhar!), it's tough for a week. You'll likely go through mild flu-like symptoms. But once you get fat-adapted, you'll naturally stop craving sugary things, around the 7 to 10 day mark. This, BTW, is a conservative estimate. Many experience their sugar cravings disappear sooner. You can do this, give it a shot!

    • @anneung3862
      @anneung3862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@meyokkob458 yes it's hard in the beginning but it's worth to do for a good health and a better life! my son was 250 pounds
      last year he cuts all carbs and sugar for almost one year since then, now he weights 160 pounds, he still keeps his diet, he only eats poultry, meat, fishes, egg vegetables and drinks water. Just wanted to encourager you.

    • @waveword5
      @waveword5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So, what do you eat? Please give a example of a day's diet.

  • @vickramseliyan9028
    @vickramseliyan9028 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best Decision of my life. Feel better, think better and I'm only 22.

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Keep up the good work!

  • @kombembrandon9377
    @kombembrandon9377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    This man's teaching basically changed my life.Through fasting , I was able to go from 95kg to 78kg ..........Thank you Dr. Berg

    • @karabondou3082
      @karabondou3082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How long did it take

    • @JuancoPRoFlow
      @JuancoPRoFlow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Use lbs

    • @liam11227654
      @liam11227654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      This person might be from Europe. In the uk we work in kgs not pounds

    • @MicroWave233
      @MicroWave233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JuancoPRoFlow 210 to 172 lbs

    • @colibribleu6747
      @colibribleu6747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@JuancoPRoFlow and use google 🤷‍♀️

  • @Chimalmita1
    @Chimalmita1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    My first step in quitting sugar was that I stopped adding sugar to my coffee. I hated it for the first two days, but then I noticed that coffee started to taste way better! And since I started drinking coffee without sugar, my taste changed - I never feel like eating sweets or cake, and I used to love them.

    • @YemisiA
      @YemisiA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I will definitely try doing this.

    • @AmakainLondon
      @AmakainLondon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      So true. It is a habit we get used to. Well done you.

    • @Chimalmita1
      @Chimalmita1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@YemisiA It's a really interesting experiment. It had never occured to me before that sugar distorts the true taste of coffee!

    • @jillnelson8746
      @jillnelson8746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Funny a few days without sugar, and I no longer crave sugar-it doesn’t even LOOK like food anymore. ❤🎃thumbs up to you Dr. B

    • @redwhiteblue9866
      @redwhiteblue9866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@jillnelson8746 For me it was about 3 - 4 days and cravings were all but gone . When you start eating healthy, your tastes change . Anything with sugar in it is too sweet for me now which makes it easier to stay away from . Learn to read labels. Most of the sugar is hidden in foods that aren't even sweet.

  • @regina627
    @regina627 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I stopped eating sugar 1 year and 4 months ago and I’ve never gone back. I was in chronic pain and took max doses of oxycodone for over 10 years. I always felt awful and I covered it up with opioids. When my doctor told me I was pre-diabetic and wanted to put me on meds I decided to change my diet. I had no idea that quitting sugar iwould affect me like it has. I lost 50 lbs, I look and feel 20 years younger, I’m no longer pre-diabetic, no brain fog, I am so happy I went on this journey. I don’t take pain medication at all and I have no pain! Thank you Dr Berg.

  • @jessiejwl7544
    @jessiejwl7544 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have been sugar free for 2 weeks and you have just convinced me to go another 2 weeks because I have experienced every single benefit you described. It's revolutionary for my health. Why didn't I do this before?

    • @Drberg
      @Drberg  24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Amazing. Thanks for sharing your experience here. Stay safe.

    • @Sparklewithspoorthi
      @Sparklewithspoorthi 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hi I started 4 days back and lost 1kg( obviously water weight)
      Did you see any weight loss? In 17days? How many kgs?

    • @jessiejwl7544
      @jessiejwl7544 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      ​@@Sparklewithspoorthi hi, I am still on this great effort but I have to say it's worth it, I have been doing this since October 12th and I have lost 5 kgs and just feel less swollen all over my body, my big bloated belly has gone and my neck is so much thinner too, don't give up. I have to say here my motivation to cut the sugar is that diabetes runs in my family with my gran dying at the age of 52 from kidney problems and other relatives affected by diabetes as well. I don't think I would go so hard at this right now if that wasn't part of my family history. Cutting sugar is very difficult socially as I am finding out because it's so cultural to eat lots of sugar for so many occasions, Halloween, birthdays, work meetings, etc.

    • @jessiejwl7544
      @jessiejwl7544 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@Drbergthanks for this video, it's so informative I have shared it with family because it's a real eye opener. Could you do a video on the mental health benefits because I find this is really important. The first few days reducing sugar are madness but then everything calms down.

    • @Sparklewithspoorthi
      @Sparklewithspoorthi 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @ more power to you ❤️
      Thanks for replying
      I am on day 8 and I can see some benefits too 😊😊
      Going on vacation in on Nov 19
      I am so worried I will go off track🥲🥲🥲🥲

  • @cbennett6093
    @cbennett6093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    The biggest benefit from not eating sugar that I noticed was no joint pain from inflammation. I have experienced the other positives from it, but I definitely pass on my experience to others. I'm in my 50's...

    • @jobob47
      @jobob47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I am 70, with the usual aches and such, so going forward to remove all sugar starting right now.
      lets see how it goes.
      I still walk 5 miles a day, with a resting heart rate about 58 bps.
      but da knees, boss, da knees!

    • @Lambo_567
      @Lambo_567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Respect for u

    • @cbennett6093
      @cbennett6093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jobob47 Thanks for the reply. Sounds like you are on the right track. It wasn't overnight that I felt the difference, just rolled out of bed one morning and something was different, for the better. I was a distance runner in my youth and had a patella cracked and cartilage damage in a 2010 auto accident. So I get the knees... mine are doing great. I"m 5'11 and dropped to 160 lbs as well, from my much improved diet. Aside from sugar, I avoid processed foods as much as possible. I'm also in a profession for 30 years that keeps me active and very wary of arthritis. Dr. Berg has discussed diet extensively- I eat eggs, simple meats, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and some cheese. I've never smoked, left drinking behind before I graduated college, and don't take any sort of drugs. Perhaps I'll be able to walk 5 miles a day when I'm 70.

  • @lynettemiller137
    @lynettemiller137 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    I stopped sugar a year ago, everything improved… BP, Cholesterol numbers, Liver, weight, energy. pain. I have a great integrative physician who is saving my life but Dr Berg is my favorite social media doctor. Thank you for all the additional background information and helping us understand the benefits of being aware of what we are putting in our bodies and what we should not.

    • @MattGarcyaDC
      @MattGarcyaDC ปีที่แล้ว +2

      what's your food like

    • @zahragedo8720
      @zahragedo8720 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wonder which sugar is this, is it table sugar or

    • @fabianunderwood-fv1sh
      @fabianunderwood-fv1sh ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Lynette, how are you doing?

    • @SK-ne4bf
      @SK-ne4bf ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't believe yah. Because every food contains sugar. Don't know which food you're considering 🤔

    • @josemembreno4996
      @josemembreno4996 ปีที่แล้ว

      You most likely quit table sugar… most foods and fruits have natural sugar

  • @sarahyoung4166
    @sarahyoung4166 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I am 75, and I am the only one in both sides of my family that contributed genes to me that has not developed diabetes. I’m very happy about that. I love your videos. Blessings

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dr. Berg says diabetes isn't genetic. It's lifestyle.

    • @Ryntra7
      @Ryntra7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jacchristian4132 thats just not true. You can have type 1 due to genetics or even other causes that are completely unrelated to your diet.

    • @jacchristian4132
      @jacchristian4132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Ryntra7 agreed 100 %

    • @volethan6109
      @volethan6109 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      not so young huh

    • @АлексейБаштырев-ц8н
      @АлексейБаштырев-ц8н 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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  • @sweou
    @sweou 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I came to this video after I ate a large italian tiramisu cake, meant for 6-8 people, by myself yesterday. I didn't even feel physically or mentally bad, like other addictions whether it be alcohol or drugs, the body will in time require more and more to get that "fix". I am at the easily devouring a 6-8 person cake stage.

    • @chrisparrish6229
      @chrisparrish6229 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m in the early stGes of getting of carbs and sugar and using fats helps. A lot. Fatty meat and cooking with it.

  • @alexandra_kulikova
    @alexandra_kulikova ปีที่แล้ว +561

    I've recently finished my "30 days without sugar" challenge, which was mostly inspired by this video. The progress is insane. I've lost around 2 kilos of weight (no matter what it was actually, water or some fat), feel waaay better and get concentrated easier. Thanks a bunch for sharing this vital information!

    • @briangular2115
      @briangular2115 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      did you notice any improvements physically?

    • @anisatoybah3956
      @anisatoybah3956 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What sugar is he mean?

    • @mitchellwinters6198
      @mitchellwinters6198 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Glad you are seeing benefits. Keep going! Don't resort back to old bad habits!

    • @bluestsea
      @bluestsea ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are you doing keto as well?

    • @alexandra_kulikova
      @alexandra_kulikova ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bluestsea , not yet tbh, but I do want to try it. I've naturally started intermittent fasting as my cravings decreased.

  • @saraa4353
    @saraa4353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    I used to have really heavy periods. Since I cut out sugar, my periods have gotten lighter. Thankfully. It cleared up my acne. Regulated my sebaceous glands. I used to have a very oily face. And best of all, the cravings have stopped! Thank you Dr.Berg, for your tireless contribution. You are amazing. 💜

    • @KeepingOnTheWatch
      @KeepingOnTheWatch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes! When I give up obvious forms of added sugar my facial skin is much less oily and appears more clear.

    • @traceylennon1204
      @traceylennon1204 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Sara A I suffer from an oily and shiny face!

    • @rosalia4770
      @rosalia4770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What do you eat since you cut sugar?? I have heavy periods and I hate it I can’t even leave the house

    • @stellaancimer8505
      @stellaancimer8505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@rosalia4770 i know this feeling i went on carnivore, so to heal body from inside..

    • @jennyd5728
      @jennyd5728 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I noticed that when I eat sweets, I bleed when it’s not that time of the month yet. Sugar messed up you cycle.

  • @taylor8109
    @taylor8109 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I’ve cut out sugar, including alcohol, and started intermittent fasting in November 2022. I’ve lost 38 lbs and went from a size 38 waist to a 32. It’s all been from just that change in my lifestyle. It really is all about diet and nutrition. And I’m not talking about “diet” like most people assign that word. I eat good and do not feel deprived. I feel the best I have my whole life that I can remember.

  • @ruudratajczak2240
    @ruudratajczak2240 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am so thankful that i found you Dr.Eric Berg DC! If there are people who doubt whether angels exist, you now finally have proof that they exist because that is how i see and experiens Dr. Eric.This good man saves a lot of people's lives and hold nothing back...He has already earned a lot of treasure in heaven, I'm sure. There are no words for it, but my gratitude is infinite because everyting that comes out of his mouth is gold for me. I am so happy that i found you! i am 55 years and Dr. Eric has opened my eyes and now i understand way my healty is in such bad shape this explains everyting. Nothing has come out of my hands for years,i'm always tired and depressed...i'm completely turning my life around,No more suger for me and i will keep you informed. Maybe i can go back to archery and painting art...I have high hopes thanks to Dr. Eric my saving Angel...❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏