I don't know RRM...my experiences tells me differently. Infact one major reason to my having Candida overgrowth is because I was ingesting too much sugar and I could hardly stop myself. When it comes to fruits like mango, dates, dried figs...etc I would ravage the whole portion of fruits in one sitting, and stopping myself is impossible even though I am stuffed full.
You only should 'sub out' sugar if you decide to consume sugar to begin with. Do you find that you need additional sugars that cannot be consumed either via fruits or juice? I find it difficult to have more than a tablespoon or two of honey a day, so I can imagine that I could do without it without any noticable impact on energy levels or calorie intake (1 T = 60 kcal).
I use honey mostly as a taste thing; to sweeten up some mashed avocado or apple slices. It is expensive compared to sugar, maybe you can use it sparingly/occasionally.
I think johndela means that honey has the same effect on the blood sugar level as sugar does, which is correct.
However, the blood sugar level is not determined by WHAT we eat, but by HOW MUCH and the frequency of consuming meals.
Consuming low GI foods, you may increase the blood sugar level much more than by consuming high GI foods.
If you want the blood sugar level to be steady, and relatively low, you just need to consume something very frequently, and it doesnt matter whether it contains much sugar. What matters, is how much you consume; you just need to replenish lost sugars. You can even do that by drinking cola all day.
For me sugar is a perfect cost-saving option and it makes me feel good. I pretty much only consume OJ, OO, yolks and salmon (with maybe a banana in the afternoon to break things up). 2L of OJ with .5 cups of sugar provides me with all the energy and water I need for most days. To get the equivalent amount of glucose energy for my brain without sugar I would have to juice nearly another liter of OJ which would cost me about another $150/month on oranges, and I buy wholesale. That's too much.
No, it hasn't arrived. I'm still using my electric press. Ironically, I'm used to it now, but I'm sure the RaChand will be quicker and give higher yields. Shaping up to be a beautiful sunny day here.
