Zero jam

Zero-sugar jam is a great way to reduce your sugar intake without compromising your physical performance. Whether you're trying to control your blood sugar, lose a few grams, cut calories, or have a dietary preference, we offer products to meet your individual nutritional needs.

Why choose zero sugar jam?

Even homemade, a jar of jam is a concentrate of water, preservative, a little agar (optional) and especially sugar (carbohydrate) and therefore, a significant source of glucose. It represents a boost for any athlete before an intense activity. In general, jam is highly recommended during a competition, because its sugar content allows you to quickly replenish your energy. The process of assimilation of sugar during and after training is not the same. In the first case, and even about 1 hour before the start of the exercise, the carbohydrates from the food are immediately used for the production of energy to support the effort. While during the rest phases, the glucose produced participates in muscle recovery by replenishing glycogen reserves. When the amount of sugar ingested is too high, it becomes harmful to the body. Indeed, overconsumption of sugar leads to abundant insulin secretion. However, the presence of a significant amount of this hormone ends up inhibiting the body's ability to burn fat reserves. Once stored fat is no longer used, metabolism slows. For an athlete, this means they will become less resilient. Furthermore, the consumption of refined sugar leads to numerous health problems. These include the risk of high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and tooth decay. Finally, sugar is an addictive food, just like drugs and alcohol. Although consuming sugar-free products is a good solution, radical withdrawal is likely to fail.

What does a sugar-free diet mean?

The zero-sugar diet is a diet based on eliminating refined sugar. The primary goal is to prevent the problems it causes. To control your sugar intake, it's essential to identify the foods in your daily diet that contain sugar:

• Chocolate
• Bread
• Table sugar
• Confectionery
• Pastries
• Fruit juices
• Soft drinks
• Honey
• Milk
• The jam
• The biscuits
• The sauces
• Cereal bars
• Ice creams, etc.

However, in sports nutrition, quantity and overall balance play important roles. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a daily sugar intake of less than 10% of total energy intake. It's important to focus on moderation and not completely deprive yourself of the taste of a food you enjoy. This could lead to dietary deviations and ruin your goal. Ideally, you should allow yourself the freedom to occasionally consume these foods while respecting the recommended portions.

Can you build muscle on a sugar-free diet?

Adopting a sugar-free diet doesn't prevent you from building muscle. The key is to ensure a balanced diet and calories. Therefore, you'll need to ensure you're consuming the right amount of protein and complex carbohydrates. Protein is the macronutrient that makes up muscle, and is therefore essential for muscle growth. Foods such as fish, white meat, eggs, dairy products, tofu, and legumes are suitable protein sources for a sugar-free diet. Carbohydrates, on the other hand, are an important source of energy for muscles. They help support athletes during training and aid recovery. Since refined sugar is banned, it's important to consume a sufficient amount of complex carbohydrates. Foods such as vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and fruits are reliable sources of healthy carbohydrates. If necessary, a sugar-free diet can be supported by consuming protein powder or amino acid supplements. However, this should not replace the habit of consuming whole foods to ensure a healthy diet.

What does zero sugar jam mean?

A zero-sugar or sugar-free jam means that this gourmet product does not contain refined sugar. This ingredient is replaced by more natural, more or less organic sweeteners such as sucralose, sorbitol, aspartame, or stevia, which have a much higher sweetening power. Thus, the use of these substitutes helps avoid the disadvantages of sugar consumption. For example, one measure of stevia is 300 times sweeter than traditional sugar. Furthermore, sucralose has no impact on the caloric value of the foods to which it is added. This is due to the fact that this sweetener is not metabolized by the body.

Caloric load control

Adding sugar to a food increases the number of calories for the same amount. However, a diet too rich in calories leads to nutritional imbalances. Preferring sugar-free jam therefore allows you to respect your daily calorie intake while still enjoying yourself. However, the absence of sugar in jam does not mean that it is devoid of calories. It still contains the calories specific to fruits such as strawberries, apricots, apples, etc. In addition, jam is used in combination with other foods (pancakes, toast, yogurt, etc.). Sugar-free jam therefore allows you to add flavor to other foods. In order to maintain a healthy diet, the consumption of zero-sugar jam must take into account a balanced meal plan.

Nutrient intake

Jam is a natural source of vitamins and minerals from the fruits used in its preparation. Citrus fruits like oranges provide vitamin C, while berries and figs provide antioxidants. By opting for zero jam, for example, you can also benefit from a fiber-rich food. This jam recipe contains only 5% sugar for 55 kcal. Furthermore, the presence of pectin helps with the carbohydrate absorption process. Soluble fiber absorbs fats and cholesterol. It also plays a regulatory role, facilitating digestion and therefore contributing to satiety.

When should you eat zero sugar jam?

A healthy diet includes carbohydrates, fiber, fats, and proteins. Therefore, sugar consumption shouldn't be completely avoided. However, it's essential to align your diet with the specific energy needs associated with physical activity. As a guide, eating a satisfying food one hour before an intense event helps prevent hunger. Carbohydrate absorption is slower, and the energy provided lasts longer. During intense activity, foods with a high sugar content should be preferred. Since the energy generated by this combustion is directly used for the current effort, there are no side effects for the athlete. Finally, zero-sugar jam is recommended when sugar no longer plays a significant role. That is, any time outside the one-hour window before and after exercise. It's important to note that every individual is different. It's important to consider each individual's metabolism, body composition, and athletic goals. Ideally, you should seek the advice of a sports nutritionist or health professional.