Here we are. Summer is just around the corner!

And finally, it's time to put on our little dresses, our swimsuits, our flip-flops and our camisoles.

But horror! What do you see?

A muffin top in your favorite camisole?

How did this happen?

Clue: Too much sugar in your diet. I can say this with certainty because for 95% of the people I see in consultations, it's a major problem.

How is this possible?

Simple carbohydrates: white sugar, syrups, sweet granola bars, doughnuts, tempting desserts, mocha coffees… in short, all that.

Simple carbohydrates are largely responsible for the rapid spike in your blood sugar. The ensuing chain reaction is damaging to your pancreas, liver, brain, gut flora, cortisol levels, energy levels, and ultimately, your muffin top.

Wait! I have good news!

The good news is that if you can stay away from sugar for 3 weeks, you can lose between 2 and 3 kilos. Which means that on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, you'll be able to raise a glass to yourself with the pride of wearing your favorite tank top (without the unsightly muffin top).

Why am I convinced you can do it?

Because I believe in you! But also for the following 3 reasons:

1) Fewer calories

If you snack on carrots and red peppers, you'll get tired of chewing much faster than if you eat chips or caramel popcorn. Chances are you'll consume fewer calories!

2) Reduction in cortisol secretion

This means: a reduction in inflammation caused by overconsumption of sugar. In other words, you'll "deflate." Your joints will be less swollen, and so will your stomach. Cortisol is partly responsible for water retention. A portion of the 2 or 3 kilos you'll lose will be attributable to the reduction of edema (water retention).

3) Normalization of your blood sugar

I admit that for the first few days, you'll be starving for something sweet. Hang in there. In four days, your cravings for foods high in simple sugars will have diminished.

Here are a few tips to help you achieve this!

• Avoid the aisles in the center of the grocery store
• Avoid buying processed products (these come packaged in pretty, colorful boxes)
• Eat slowly
• Drink water and avoid sugary drinks.

What to eat?

Good question! It's not so much a question of willpower as it is of substitutes, that is, having other satisfying food choices to eat that are good for you.

Allow yourself to "cheat" within reason. Mr. Puffs? Okay, but just a few. Not the whole box of 30 salted caramel ones. If you overindulge, no worries! Don't do it again the next day and beat yourself up about eating the best brownie in the world. Enjoy it instead, but don't do it again.

Don't forget that you're doing this for yourself (and for your straitjacket)!

Ideas for satisfying, tasty and affordable substitutes!

• 1 cup of melon with cottage cheese
• 1 cup of vegetables with hummus or tzatziki
• A bowl of berries (Quebec strawberries are coming soon) with plain yogurt
• A hard-boiled egg with some grain crackers.
• ½ cup of oatmeal with date puree

Herbal tea Comfortable in My Own Skin and the Real Iced Tea They are sweetened with stevia leaves. It's a great way to enjoy a little bit of sweetness without harming you or your health goals!

I believe in you! Take care of yourself!😀

Louise 🌿🤍

PS: If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!