10 Easy Habits to Help You Feel Healthier, Happier, and More Badass in 2019

The more we eat refined white sugar, the more we crave it — sugar addiction is real! Studies show that eating sugar has been linked to cancer, liver damage, heart failure, and other serious conditions. Eating artificially sweetened foods and beverages also makes you feel more hungry, so you'll end up eating more total calories. If that's not enough, sugar can also make you feel bloated and cause acne.

Avoid the obvious culprits such as candy, desserts, and soda, and also avoid processed foods, as these contain tons of hidden sugars. When sweet cravings strike, go for fresh or dried fruit, or these healthy dessert recipes like date-sweetened cookies.