Every Question You Ever Had About Sugar—Answered

Sugar. We can agree it’s something we’re all probably getting plenty (or too much) of. We’re aware that an excess of sugar can be inflammatory and acidic, which can spell disaster for our hormones, skin, and energy levels, not to mention affect the likelihood of diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. But sugar is an inevitable part of our lives.

Is fruit healthy? How much sugar is too much sugar? What’s the difference between honey, maple syrup, and stevia? And what the heck is monk-fruit extract anyways? Sugar is one of the most confusing subjects in the health-food world, and it’s almost unavoidable (if you’ve started reading labels at your local grocery store, you’re well aware of this).

Our experts include Dr. William Cole, a functional doctor; trainer and fitness specialist Todd "TMAC" McCullough; and nutritionist and author Lauren Slayton. Together, this well-rounded crew will tackle all of your toughest sugar questions with expert advice and actionable tips to improve your relationship with the sweet stuff.

So we want to hear from you. What do you most want to know about sugar? How can we help you feel your best while still enjoying the sweet things in life? Let us know! Let’s get smart about sugar, so we can live our best, healthiest lives.