Do you have a sweet tooth? You’re not alone. Most of us eat double the recommended healthy limit of sugar* with over 20% of Brits** saying that it’s their biggest vice. But having a weakness for sugary treats is not only bad for teeth and waistlines, it also raises the risk of more serious conditions, such as type 2 diabetes. So what’s stopping you from cutting back? Take our quiz to find out how your personality plays a part – and learn the best tactics for weaning yourself off it.
Take the test
Circle the answers that best describe you…
1 THE HARDEST THING ABOUT QUITTING SUGAR IS…
A The cravings.
B My friends always say ‘yes’ to dessert.
C Controlling myself – one bite and I need the whole thing.
D I feel like I’m missing out on life’s pleasures.
2 IT’S SOMEBODY’S BIRTHDAY AND THERE’S CAKE! DO YOU?
A Make sure you grab a slice – quick, before it goes!
B Take other people’s lead. If they’re having it, so will you.
C Have a slice – and another if there’s any left.
D You don’t particularly want it, but you have a slice to join in.
3 THERE’S A BUY- ONE-GET-ONE-FREE OFFER ON BOXES OF CHOCOLATES. DO YOU?
A Load up your basket. You’re a sucker for those offers at the end of the aisles.
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ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
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