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Day 14 Sugar Detox Report - From Challenge to New Normal
Day 14 is not the finish line. It’s the moment your body proves it can thrive without sugar—and you realize this is just the beginning.
rickdalechek
Jan 192 min read


Day 13 Sugar Detox Report - Calm, Consistent, and Predictable
Day 13 marks the stabilization phase of the sugar detox. Energy feels calm, cravings are gone, and the body begins trusting this new baseline.
rickdalechek
Jan 182 min read


Day 12 Sugar Detox Report - When Progress Feels Uneven
Day 12 is a reminder that detox progress isn’t linear. Low overnight glucose and fatigue signal deeper fat adaptation and metabolic recalibration.
rickdalechek
Jan 172 min read


Day 11 Sugar Detox Report - The Mental Consolidation Phase
Day 11 feels heavier mentally and physically, but behind the scenes glucose stability shows the detox is still working.
rickdalechek
Jan 162 min read


Day 10 Sugar Detox Report - Entering the Stabilization Phase
Day 10 feels calm and empowering. Glucose stays steady, cravings lose their grip, and healthy choices feel natural—even in social settings.
rickdalechek
Jan 152 min read


Day 9 Sugar Detox Report - Adaptation and Steady Progress
Day 9 is quieter but meaningful. Energy fluctuates slightly, cravings whisper instead of shout, and glucose remains steady as adaptation continues.
rickdalechek
Jan 142 min read


Day 8 Sugar Detox Report - Momentum and Mental Clarity
Day 8 is where momentum builds. Energy is steady, cravings are gone, and metabolic flexibility starts showing up in daily life.
rickdalechek
Jan 132 min read


Day 7 Sugar Detox Report - The Breakthrough Day
Day 7 is the breakthrough. Cravings disappear, energy surges, and stable glucose delivers clear focus and steady motivation.
rickdalechek
Jan 122 min read


Day 6 Sugar Detox Report - Cravings Fade, Stability Begins
Day 6 feels sluggish but different. Cravings fade, glucose stabilizes, and the body begins recalibrating without constant sugar input.
rickdalechek
Jan 113 min read


Day 5 Sugar Detox Report - Hitting the Wall
Day 5 is the wall. Cravings peak, mood swings intensify, and old habits push back hard—clear signs your body is transitioning away from sugar dependence.
rickdalechek
Jan 102 min read


Day 4 Sugar Detox Report - The Turning Point
Day 4 is where the sugar detox becomes real. Cravings intensify, hunger increases, and energy dips-clear signs that your body is beginning its metabolic reset.
rickdalechek
Jan 92 min read


Day 3 Sugar Detox Report - The Quiet Phase
Day 3 of the sugar detox often feels deceptively normal. This “quiet phase” is when your body runs on stored glycogen before cravings and metabolic changes fully appear.
rickdalechek
Jan 82 min read


Day 2 - Sugar Detox Report
Day 2 of my Sugar Detox brought clearer focus, stronger cravings, and the first real signs that my body is adjusting to life without sugar. Here’s how my glucose, mood, energy, and appetite reacted throughout the day.
rickdalechek
Jan 73 min read


The Truth About Healthspan - Why Your Daily Habits Matter More Than Genetics
Most people have heard of the term lifespan. Meaning the number of years you are alive from birth to death. It’s a defined number of years. If you lived to be 86 years old, that is your lifespan.
rickdalechek
Nov 25, 20255 min read


Health vs. Wellness: Understanding the Difference — and Why You Need Both.
When people talk about living a healthy life, the words health and wellness often come up together interchangeably. While they are closely related, they are not the same thing.
rickdalechek
Nov 7, 20253 min read


Day 1- Sugar Detox Report
Day 1 of my 14-Day Sugar Detox is officially underway. After discovering I’m pre-diabetic, I’m ready to take control of my glucose and energy. Today brought no cravings, steady glucose shifts, and a strong start fueled by intention. Here’s a breakdown of my first full day on the detox.After decades of using sugar as comfort, reward, and energy, I’m finally ready to see what life feels like without it.
rickdalechek
Oct 18, 20252 min read


Balancing on each foot
Studies show that adults who can balance on one leg for 10–30 seconds tend to have better overall health markers and mobility as they age. It’s a small daily habit with long-term benefits.
rickdalechek
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Brushing Teeth with Non-Dominate Hand
When it comes to keeping your brain healthy and sharp experts say, “Learn a new language.” or “Learn to play an instrument.” That is great if you have the time and are interested in doing that. But there are other, small, activities you can do daily to challenge and expand your brain health.
rickdalechek
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Drinking Water First Thing After Waking
Drinking a glass of water first thing after waking up is a simple yet powerful habit. As we age, hydration plays a larger role in maintaining energy, digestion, and even cognitive clarity.
rickdalechek
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Relaxed (Deep) Breathing
As we age, stress, posture changes, and a less active lifestyle can lead to shallow chest breathing, which limits oxygen flow and keeps the body in a mild state of tension. The neck, shoulders, and back tend to be areas that tighten with stress and age. Practicing relaxed breathing reverses this pattern in several ways.
rickdalechek
Oct 14, 20252 min read
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