How to cut your sugar cravings and boost your health in seven days

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It’s the ultimate comfort food and one of the hardest addictions to kick. Our consumption of sugar is contributing to the huge rise in the number of people who are overweight and obese, and therefore at increased risk of Type 2 diabetes and cancer. The white stuff wrecks your skin, causes premature ageing, disturbs your sleep, causes mood swings, ruins your teeth and saps your energy.

Here, sugar expert Dr Marilyn Glenville reveals the secrets to curbing your cravings for good —with a seven-point plan to show just how much sweeter life can be without it.