YOU'RE IN! · WELCOME, FRIEND
Welcome to the 5-Day Sugar Detox Challenge
Grab your coffee (sweetened or not, no judgment here). Over the next five days, we'll take a friendly look at where sugar hides and make a few small swaps that actually fit your life.
Hey there, I'm so glad you're here
If you've ever stood in the grocery aisle squinting at a label wondering, “Wait, how much sugar is in this?” you are in very good company. I've been there too.
This challenge isn't about cutting out everything you love or following strict rules. It's about understanding what you're eating and drinking, so you can make choices that help you feel better and live well, one realistic step at a time.
No guilt. No perfection. Just progress you can actually keep.
~ Lori
Your 5 Days at a Glance
Each short lesson includes a friendly welcome, a quick lesson, one simple action, a reflection question, and an encouraging takeaway. Go at your own pace.
DAY 1
Discover Where Sugar Hides
Natural vs. added sugars, common sources, and spotting three in your usual day.
DAY 2
Become a Sugar Detective
Read Nutrition Facts labels, make sense of serving sizes, and compare two foods.
DAY 3
Rethink What You Drink
Sugary drinks, sweetened coffee and tea, and one realistic beverage change.
DAY 4
Build Better Meals & Snacks
Whole foods, protein, and fiber, plus one balanced meal or snack you'll enjoy.
DAY 5
Make Your Changes Stick
Reflect, pick three sustainable habits, and map out your realistic next step.
Before You Begin
Two handy tools to keep things simple, plus a few friendly ground rules.
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Sugar Detective Worksheet
Use it on Day 2 to compare labels side by side. Print it or keep it on your phone for your next grocery trip.
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5-Day Habit Tracker
A simple checkbox page for your daily action. Missed a day? No big deal. Just pick back up tomorrow.
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Our Ground Rules
- No guilt and no “bad” foods
- Small swaps beat big overhauls
- Go at your own pace
- Birthday cake is still allowed
- Progress counts, perfect doesn't exist
Ready When You Are
Day 1 takes about as long as your morning coffee. Let's find out where sugar is hiding, together.
Start Day 1A quick note: This challenge is for general education only. It is not a medical detox, treatment, or medical advice. If you take glucose-lowering medications, please talk with your healthcare professional before substantially changing your diet.