"I have not eaten added sugars ever since completing the quest in June 2022"
7 Days To Breaking Up With Sugar

"I have not eaten added sugars ever since completing the quest in June 2022"

I used to eat that 6-pack of donuts in a day. Maybe 10 full-sized Reese's Cups a day. I also ate healthy food, very healthy food, the superfoods. But, I also ate whatever I wanted, a pint of ice cream. Whenever I wanted. Why? Because it tasted good, bc I wanted to, and because I didn't have to bend to traditional beauty standards. But, I realized that at 37, it would only be a matter of time before something like Diabetes could sneak up on me. Diabetes doesn't happen to young people who bike and do yoga... Well, I decided I did not want to find out, and also, I am not "young" forever.

When I saw the 7 days to give up sugar quest, it was one of the first quests I completed. I did not know what to expect. I thought I would be angry, hate myself, hate the quest. But, the quest taught me self-awareness, self-love, and commitment. I have not eaten added sugars ever since completing the quest in June 2022. My life is so much simpler. I do not constantly punish myself and then aggressively stick up for myself based on what I eat. And I spend less money now, too. I also have more room for healthy food. I definitely suggest this quest to anyone. Eric's words and reasoning can change anyone's lifestyle. It is not a diet, it is a lifestyle. And you will be happy and proud you change. I've permanently gone from 127 to 119 pounds. Though losing weight was not the goal, being healthy was. 

Amanda Gant

Project Manager

Washington, United States

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