Sugar-Free VS Full-Sugar

[Tyler]

What's everyones take on sugar-free foods/drinks with stevia and those no-fat foods compared to the regular full-sugar and full-cream options? Do you think it really matters if you're not overdoing it? Curious to hear thoughts.

 

[paradox]

For me, using sugar free and non fat options helps manage my calorie intake, but I always check the labels for weird additives.

 

[doc]

Sugar is pretty bad for some people. If you have digestive, sugar , caloric or fat issues it’s probably a good option. Manufactured food/ drinks in general are not a good habit. If I’m eating junk food I want those calories

 

[BB-hawk]

I think if you’re cutting, stuff like stevia’s great ‘cause it’s sweet without the calories and perfect for keeping the fat off without spiking insulin. But if you’re bulking, a bit of natural sugar and healthy fats can be your best friends. Sugars fuel your workouts and fats help with testosterone for muscle growth. I reckon it all comes down to your goals, cut calories when you need to stay lean and use real stuff to fuel gains when you’re building.