Strategy #1

FGF21 Sugar Reset
Jul 27
8 min read

Updated: Aug 21

Are you feeling sluggish and struggling to lose those extra pounds? If so, you are not alone. Many people find it hard to maintain their energy levels while trying to shed weight. The good news is that there is a solution that can help you regain your vitality and reach your weight loss goals. Enter the FGF21 Sugar Reset. This program is designed to help you reset your relationship with sugar, boost your energy, and support your weight loss journey.

In this blog post, we will explore how the FGF21 Sugar Reset works, its benefits, and practical tips to get started. Let’s dive in!

Understanding the FGF21 Sugar Reset

This first strategy involves using simple carbs only to boost FGF21. The FGF21 hormone is powerful hormone that controls the rate at which your body burns energy and gets turned on by LOW PROTEIN. This FIRST STRATEGY is a Sugar Reset, and is a short-term fast to get your metabolic furnace ignited. This is the strategy that you may have known by the term "sugar fast" but you may want guidance. I have all the resources you need to understand and use this weight loss hack that is quickly taking YouTube by storm. This program focuses on USING simple sugar (simple carbs like fruit, honey, maple syrup, and cane sugar) as a strategy to get you to your goal weight and also give you energy and greater JOY along the way. Since Atkins and other low-carb diets have become popular, our culture has turned away from carbohydrates and even vegans have tried to double-up on protein, but research proves that LOW-PROTEIN diets cause the body's insulin to unlock energy from cells. In fact, according to a new study from Pennington Biomedical Research Center, low-protein diets produce an extension of lifespan, because of the effect of the liver-derived metabolic hormone called Fibroblast Growth Factor 21 (FGF21).

Why Focus on Sugar?

Sugar is often vilified as the reason for weight gain and diabetes, but in fact, in the absence of protein (such as meat, fish, eggs, cheese), fat (as in oils and so many products on keto and Atkins, and most starches (such as rice, pasta, and beans...used often in vegan and vegetarian) simple sugars including monosaccharides (fruit and honey) and some disaccharides (sucrose...table sugar) can lead to ENJOYABLE and sustainable weight-loss by stimulating the FGF21 hormone. This amazing hormone activates satiety, decreases cravings for overloading sweets and alcohol, increases energy, and increases fat-burning (lipolysis)! Why is it not main stream?? It takes TIME to change minds. We've all been taught that simple sugars like fruit and honey must be carefully limited, especially for the millions of diabetic and pre-diabetic individuals. The reality is that simple carbs are the key that makes insulin unlock cells to release energy.

The FGF21 is one of the key hormones that the body uses to fire up metabolism. Studies prove that in the absence of protein, FGF21 increases the number of calories burned each day, behaving like a fast, without the pain of going totally without food.

Getting Started with FGF21 Sugar Reset Strategy 1

Strategy #1 is restrictive and is meant for a short term boost to your system. Often done for no more than 7-days at a time, this can be part of a cycle. Going on it for a week, switching to strategy 2 or using every other day can help get you to your goal. Many people would have difficulty eating fruit and carbs only for long term and your body does need protein, but a short stint of being strict can give you amazing results and get you out of a weight loss plateau.

Step 1: You can begin right away

You can begin taking steps from this very moment by switching from what you have been eating to fruits and honey, and occasionally sucrose (products with table sugar), but a clear guide is available by downloading the 7-Day Sugar Jumpstart PDF or joining our e-mail membership. A more in-depth 21 day e-book can also guide you through with a greater explanation of the metabolic science and tools to help, such as a daily guide, meal ideas for all 21 days, a journal, daily check-list, more motivation and testimonials.

Step 2: Set Clear Goals

Setting clear and achievable goals is crucial for success. A goal diary is available in the 21-day journal, but you can begin by keeping a notebook and journaling. Write down your dream goal, and a monthly goal and a weekly goal. Keep track of what you eat and how you are feeling. Also, you may want to decrease caffeine because you may feel more natural energy, so keeping track of what your caffeine consumption is and your workouts. Increasing your workouts as you are feeling more energy will help with weight-loss and your body looks and feels and we do want to encourage you to slowly add more in as you feel better. It should be a part of your new health journey.

Step 3: Plan Your Meals

Meal planning is a great way to stay on track. The sugar fast I use focuses on whole foods that are naturally low in protein, fat, and starch such as:

Fresh fruits, honey, even candy can all be part of this new strategy.
Then, after 4pm (suggested time, but not set in stone) have a meal that includes protein, starch, and fat (all moderate amounts). For faster weight loss, this would be occasionally done.

Step 4: Find Healthy Alternatives

When cravings hit, it is important to have healthy alternatives on hand. Here are some ideas:

Having burgers, ice-cream and pizza for a bowl of melon or berries or even a treat of cotton candy or sherbet or your favorite candy, as long as it's without fat and protein, at times is the way this strategy works.
Having real soda is included in this plan.

Step 5: Get Support

Consider joining the FGF21 Sugar Reset e-mail membership and our Facebook group (soon to come). Having someone to encourage you can make a big difference in your success. Also, having local friends to walk with or go to a gym with or out to eat with (even if they are not on board with this high-carb life, having someone who respects your health journey is a wonderful way to help you stay motivated.)

Tips for Success

To make your FGF21 Sugar Reset even more effective, here are some additional tips:

Read Labels: Always check food labels for modified food starch, fat or added things like whey protein, or franken-foods! This new way of eating will be a switch if you used to be keto or low-carb and you may have some time of adjusting. Grabbing bananas at Kwik-Trip and adding sugar or honey to coffee and tea will take some getting used to if you have been a dieter for a long time!
Cook at Home: Preparing your meals at home allows you to control what goes into your food. Experiment with new recipes that are full of flavor. Microwaving frozen blueberries or cooking honey candy is going to be a new joy, but it takes a new mind-set to let go of old habits! This is a flip! We understand! And always have a snack along to stay on plan. It's ok to eat when you are hungry.
Practice Mindful Eating: Pay attention to your hunger cues and eat only when you're hungry. You don't need to starve yourself. Keep something for your plan with you in case you get hungry. This can help you enjoy your food more and prevent overeating. Notice when you are actually hungry and not just bored or stressed with life. If cravings hit, eat some fruit or even some cotton candy. That is such a new way of looking at fuel! You will be surprised and you will begin to crave less! You can actually feel peace with your relationship with food.
Stay Active: Incorporate regular physical activity into your routine. Exercise can help boost your energy levels and support weight loss. Our bodies need strong muscles and movement for health. Many "sugar-fasters" report surges in energy levels and greater strength during workouts. Their muscles are not starved of fuel, but provided quick energy that is easily converted, instead of having to deplete glycogen stores in an attempt to be "keto-adapted".

Real-Life Success Stories

Hearing from others who have successfully completed the FGF21 Sugar Reset can be inspiring. Here are a couple of success stories:

Sarah’s Journey: Sarah struggled with low energy and weight gain for years. After starting the FGF21 Sugar Reset, she lost 15 pounds in three months and felt more energetic than ever. She credits her success to meal planning and finding healthy alternatives to her favorite snacks.
Mark’s Transformation: Mark was skeptical about adding carbs, but decided to give it a try. He found that he had more energy for his workouts and lost 10 pounds in just six weeks. Mark emphasizes the importance of not being afraid to eat carbs and reading labels.

Staying Motivated

Staying motivated is key to your success with the FFG21 Sugar Reset. Here are some strategies to keep you on track:

Track Your Progress: track your weight at the same time a couple times a week. If your weight loss stalls, try our strategies in the 7-day plan pdf available for download or look at your meals over the past few days. Maybe you were eating a LOT of meat or fat at night. Trouble-shoot a bit and see if you were getting a little off track.
Rotate between the 7-Day Jumpstart, the 50/50 plan (known as the #2 Strategy) and a week of added protein at all meals can help to keep your metabolism from plateauing.
Visualize Your Goals: Create a vision board with images and quotes that inspire you. Place it somewhere you will see it daily. Do not condemn your mistakes but move forward and stay positive!! Treat yourself like your best friend.

Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle

The FGF21 Sugar Reset is not just a temporary fix; it is a step towards a healthier lifestyle. By using fruit and simple sugars and reminding yourself that fruit is your new health tool, you can create lasting changes that benefit your overall health. This is a program that you can master...you decide how strict or moderate you prefer to be. Maybe you want to be a 100% fruitarian, eating mostly monosaccharides (fruit and honey) or maybe you love to have meat every night for dinner with your family. There are many ways you can incorporate aspects of this Reset to make it something you can live with.

Long-Term Benefits

As you continue on your journey, you may notice several long-term benefits, including:

Improved digestion
Better skin health
Enhanced mental clarity

Making It a Habit

To make your new habits stick, focus on consistency. Aim to incorporate healthy eating and regular exercise into your daily routine. Over time, these habits will become second nature.

Final Thoughts

Embarking on the FGF21 Sugar Reset can be a transformative experience. By trying this science-supported approach, you can boost your energy levels and shed those unwanted pounds. Remember to take it one step at a time and be kind to yourself along the way.

With determination and the right strategies, you can achieve your health goals and embrace a vibrant, energetic life. So, are you ready to take the plunge and reset your relationship with sugar? Your journey to better health starts now!