Change nourishment? That happens in the body, if you stick to it!

1. sugar? he lurks everywhere

35 kilos of sugar is eaten by the German in the year. In fact, we all know that not only does it harm our figure and our teeth, it can also trigger diabetes, damage the heart and even the brain. To abjure it? difficult? The greed for sugar is triggered by the fact that sugar in the brain activates the reward system and stores the sweet taste positively via the release of dopamine. We are almost addicted. But even if we decide to do without sweets as far as possible, sugar is omnipresent in our diet? even where we do not suspect him. Meanwhile, the industry even hides sugar in sausages and cheese.

#Keep going! What does the sugar waiver bring?

Hannah Frey writes about sugar abstinence on her blog "Gesund leben" and has even written a book about it: "Zuckerfrei? Die 40-Tage-Challenge". Their sugar-free workshops are regularly booked. Hannah tells us about her life without:

I am much more efficient and fitter by the sugar renunciation in everyday life. In addition, my skin has become more pure and I have lost a few pounds. The sugar renouncement has many more positive effects: The sense of taste changes and after a while sweetness suddenly tastes much more intense.

2. meat? does it really belong to that?

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns against meat consumption, specifically red and processed meat. Cancer, heart and respiratory diseases, stroke, diabetes, infections, Alzheimer's and liver and kidney diseases are supposed to be the consequence of meat consumption.

You want to become a vegetarian right away, right? That seems to be difficult for us, because the average German eats around 60 kilograms a year, Besides, meat is not only bad. It contains high quality protein, provides us with B vitamins, iron and zinc. In addition, meat is a source of protein. So: just consume less and consciously?

#Keep going! That brings meat renunciation!

Studies have shown that vegetarians are less likely to suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes, gallbladder and kidney stones. They have a 29 percent lower risk of heart disease and an 18 percent lower risk of cancer. The lack of meat also brings a fat reduction in the body, an improvement in the intestinal flora. According to studies even the smell of sweat is perceived by vegetarians as more pleasant.

3. omit carbohydrates - for less kilos?

Bread, potatoes, pasta, rice & Co. are part of a balanced diet. The body can quickly and smoothly utilize the carbohydrates to rapidly provide energy to the brain and muscles. If we were to do without carbohydrates, as in the case of the Atkins diet, the body would have to assemble the required glucose from protein - this is laborious and robs it of energy. We also need carbohydrates to create serotonin in the brain, the messenger for good mood. That's why we should cover about half of our energy needs with carbohydrates, recommends the German Society for Nutrition (DGE).

#Keep going ? is the renunciation of carbohydrates smart?

Carbohydrates are brain food and muscle gas, and the body's fastest available source of energy. In addition, bread and pasta made from whole grains and potatoes are good sources of minerals. But reducing carbohydrates in the evening can be a great way to save calories. Here you can read all about carbohydrates again.

Alcohol: That happens when you stop

After 24 hours: The blood sugar level normalizes again. Now best to grab fruits and vegetables? even if it's hard. The body has lost a lot of moisture due to the alcohol and is dehydrated. Drink plenty of water and vegetable broth.
After 48 hours: The worst hangover is over, but headaches and tiredness can continue.
After one month: You can sleep better and deeper. Your energy is rising. Your skin is more plump as the moisture reservoir is replenished. Dandruff, eczema, rosacea begin to improve. The liver is fitter and can better remove toxins from the body.
After one year: The risk decreases to get liver or breast cancer. Overall, it is also the psyche better.

Smoking: That happens when you stop

Already 20 minutes after the last cigarette: the blood pressure drops. The temperature of hands and feet rises to normal.
24 hours later: The heart attack risk has already decreased.
1-9 months after: The coughing subsides, one is less short of breath and more alert. The lungs can better protect themselves from infections.
15 years later: All risks have fallen to the level of a non-smoker.