What I Eat In A Day + Refined Sugar Chat! | Food Diary Friday | Melanie Murphy

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

(PLZ watch before commenting guys - I'm not gonna be eating less or avoiding all sugar just like, candy and stuff...I wanna eat it LESS often not NEVER, for dental issues) Thumbs up for old school food diary vlogs like this! BYE BYE REFINED SUGAR! :( I was SO upset losing another tooth (this time so close to the front of my mouth) so I'm going to do my best to avoid added sugars going forward...it'll be hard as I was a junk food baby but that's what got me into this mess lol. What's your FAVE sugar alternative or food containing natural sugars!? :)

[@May04bwu]

I gotta do the same. Let's do it together!! You can try either Stevia drops or FlavDrops by MyProtein. I heard those are really good :)

[@persephione8276]

Little scotch banana pancakes, with banana as a sugar alternative and no added sugar coconut milk as a milk alternative. So so good for breakfast or pudding :3

[@Gem.Fearless]

Melanie Murphy Nakd bars and chocolate smoothies help my cravings. I also think it helps to try and go 2 weeks without having refined sugar at all and then you don't crave it as much afterwards xx

[@TheCeska90]

I love almonds (can't eat much cause nuts allergy behind the corner - no peanuts for me) and I'll have my shortbread cookie almost everyday, but, I don't even put sugars/sweeteners in my tea or coffee anymore, for years, if they have some I can't drink em cause they're too sweet XD

[@laurelpearce1542]

Melanie Murphy boooooooja booja ice crem

[@Amyizdabestpink]

ok I am seriously going to start reconsidering my sugar intake from now on :S thanks for being brave enough to talk about this online, this could help hundreds of people :)

[@aoifec5800]

Melanie, my dentist advises maximum 3 servings of any food with sugar, naturally occuring sugars included (AND fruit included) per day. Any kind of sugar is damaging, so be careful. I've had a lot of dental work myself recently, so I understand your pain. Stick to savoury snacks and no sugar in coffee and tea. it's worth it in the long run

[@idkhippo]

Our bodies NEED calories so it's better to be getting a lot of calories from whole foods rather than less calories from unhealthy foods!

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

True! :) Which is exactly why I'm not afraid of having high calorie meals/why I don't count calories and just eat when I'm hungry xxx

[@idkhippo]

Yes I love that about you! Definitely setting a good example for those who need it

[@KS.1313]

Michelle ok how's that a good example?? some people have low metabolisms and high calorie diets will make then fat, each to their own work out what's right for you

[@bluesquirrel2472]

@@KS.1313 well you know what your own body needs so youll do what's best for you specifically

[@lolafiiona7014]

There was this documentary on Netflix and it was about how much sugar is in anything and they even put it in baby formula. There was a little child (I think he was 7) in the US who died because he had too much sugar in his body! He went into a diabetic coma and never woke up. Its very sad. But thank you for addressing it, I will try it along with you!

[@Victoriacariad]

Yup, they put it in everything nowadays; condiments, jars of pasta sauces, soup...you really have to make an effort to read the labels.

[@KiaHazel]

Whats the documentary called? :) Would love to watch it

[@amandamaria3922]

Lulu Fiona is it the documentary Sugar Coated?

[@TheJanaRina]

Lulu Fiona It is even in some cat foods 😑

[@inessa255]

Lulu Fiona it's called fed up

[@ronjakh]

no refined sugar, floss, brush, mouth wash! I'm with ya! 👊

[@kateellenberry]

I cut out sugar a year or so ago and I've definitely noticed an improvement with my mental health and feeling more 'balanced' in my moods :) xx

[@sarat283]

I would love to see more and more food diaries that are refined sugar free! I want to do this lifestyle change with you! 💗 I think we should all support each other! 😊

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

OMG YES!!! XXX

[@TheAmazingSquirrel18]

I adore how imperfectly perfect you are in such a non stereotypical way. Please never change that about yourself if you ever consider to

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

This comment made me smile SO wide! :) x

[@TheAmazingSquirrel18]

Melanie Murphy awe, I'm glad it made you smile!

[@SimplyMayaBeauty]

For over 7 months now I've been following two basic principles about Sugar - No sugar mid-week (I also limit fruit and other natural sugars as well as white flour) and no guilt tripping myself if I mess up (due to not having the right foods around the house - I don't do the grocery shopping - or just feeling the need to have something less healthy). Going back to this really basic mentality has been pretty good for me because it creates a routine around it that's not impossible or overly strict for me. I have a higher risk of diabetes in my family and honestly, sugar is extremely addictive and unhealthy and I don't want to consume too much of it out of respect for my health (despite still struggling with it). Once in a while I either let loose a bit or tighten up my diet as I see fit, but everyone who's seen me eat routinely has commented that it's clear I have healthy habits. It's honestly changing my perspective that's helped me so far. I did have complete refined sugar rehab for about two and a half months before slowly allowing a bit back into my diet. My next step will be to completely kick diet coke out of my life though, that's been a struggle. Good luck on your journey Melanie!

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

INCREDIBLE comment!

[@africaguillen3075]

Last year I went down on a spiral of over-obsessing with sugar and carbs. I got obsessed with eating 100% ''clean'' and lost a lot of weight, and as a result I now have severe anemia. Since September I couldn't hold onto that lifestyle anymore and gained 7kgs, and as of now I see myself overly eating junk food and sugar a LOT, hating my body and myself day by day. I'm trying to get myself out of this vicious circle, which is what you have experienced in the past as well (orthorexia/junk-food circle), so I love this type of videos because you always point out how the key is balance and leaning towards the healthy side of eating. I hope you bring up new cool healthy sugar-free recipes to share with us so that we can all remember that sugar is shite and we don't need it! Don't worry about your teeth, 6 months will fly :) all the care you're taking of yourself now will show up in the future! A big hug from Spain x

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

Thank you for this comment! :) xxx I'm never gonna eat totally clean again :) I just mean, for the most part

[@Haddy29]

5 years ago I started eating right and exercising and I lost 50 lbs. Over the past couple years though, I gained it all back plus 12 lbs. I can't believe I let myself go like this, but I've recently started exercising and eating right again. I WILL lose this weight. My goal is to lose be at 140 lbs. (I'm 5'8.) These food diaries definitely inspire me and help me with meal ideas.

[@jillmcmahon3445]

Your videos are like a big hug - love seeing that there's a new one up and getting cosy before I watch it :)

[@MD-jr4qc]

I LOVE HOW REAL AND HONEST YOU ARE

[@racheldavid3567]

Wow your skin looks so glowy! Winter skincare update please. Love your videos Mely 😘

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

I still use the products from my last skincare video that I did with my sister Jessie, but I've added in some Garnier products in the morning which I'll share soon! :D x

[@racheldavid3567]

Oh okay thanks a lot! You are an inspiration to all of us, continue posting such helpful and positive videos 😜

[@thisisjustaflashback]

having recently lost a tooth myself, i feel like talking about the impact that refined sugar can have on you and your body is SO IMPORTANT. so thank you thank you thank you Melanie! I'm still waiting to hear if I can get my crown replaced, and if not then I'll have to fork out a lot to pay for it . I SO MANY REGRETS & I FEEL YOUR PAIN!!!

[@miunya]

I recommend apple and peanut butter!! Healthy energy and good apple for your teeth, tastes like childhood halloween

[@noannellesky9360]

I use stevia only in stuff that already have a strong taste (baking, coffee, ...) but never in tea because stevia has an aftertaste that ruins tea for me! But I've worker my way from drinking tea and coffee with milk and a ton of sugar to just drinking them without anything added and I'm actually enjoying it! I'm really scared of getting diabetes because at my last check up my doctor told me I was at risk of becoming pre-diabetic so I've really been watching my (refined) sugar intake. A video that really helped me was the one made by "mind over munch" where they talk and compare all types of sugars (stevia included) and talked about negatives and positives and it's so interesting and just 100% based on facts. I'd recommend it :)

[@persephione8276]

I had to go off all kinds of sugar (fruit, sucrose, dextrose, refined sugar) for three/four months and it was incredible to realise just how much sugar sneaks into everything. What I found was the hardest is I had to literally make everything from scratch. Every meal took half an hour to make because I could no longer use ready made pasta sauces or bread for a quick sandwich (cause bread also has sugar). You say that it doesn't affect energy but I instantly felt energy less after cutting out all sugar. I took iron tablets to help with that. I wish anyone luck who is going sugarless (including you Melanie!) I promise you that you will feel so much better for doing so :D Love you Melanie!

[@M_K_M_K_M_K]

Why did you have to do that? :)

[@HarlequinPenny]

I consider myself straight but there are very rare occasions when meet/see a girl and think 'i would' and melanie you are one of these rare occasions

[@HarlequinPenny]

also your new hair is hot af

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

hehehehehehe, SCORE! (but really this is so so sweet omg)

[@HarlequinPenny]

you're just so bootiful girl!

[@noemi9csillag]

Oh ..Hope you are feeling better and not that upset anymore, Melanie! I can feel your pain... I used to suffer from bad tooth decay due to an antibiotic overdose that damaged the enamel of my teeth. Even pieces of my teeth were breaking off as they were eroding.. Eventually I lost 4 molars and half of a front tooth. I was only 13-14 when this happened, and I thought my life was ruined.. I'm 32 now, didn't lose any more teeth and my tooth decay stopped - thank to the dentist I went to, after the previous one I had perforated my sinus during a molar extraction. The dentist who helped me said that tooth decay is related to the process of mineral loss and replacement in teeth. The loss and the decay occur because of acids - that are produced by bacteria feeding on sugars-, are slowly dissolving our teeth...The more sugar > the more bacteria > more acid > more decay. That's what I was told, if I remember well. The dentist said refined sugars are the worst, but bacteria can feed on glucose as well. In my extreme case, and while receiving a fluoride treatment, I had to stay away from sugary fruits too for a good while to stop the decay. Eating loads of dried fruits or even drinking wine regularly are just as bad for your teeth as eating refined sugar. (Why are they so bad when they are so good?!?!) The fluoride treatment/therapy really helped me. The dentist said that people prone to tooth decay should receive this treatment once a year to help re-mineralise their teeth. And of course it should always be done by a professional as although fluoride naturally occurs in the body, it can be toxic when overdosed. (The fluoridation of Irish water is wrong!) There are topical fluoride gels too that you can use, but usually they are given to people like me whose enamel is damaged. People with healthier teeth shouldn’t use it regularly. Maybe you can ask your dentist about this treatment or these topical gels & their use. They’ve made a big difference for me, and I didn’t have to get rid of fruits and sweets, though I consume them moderately. So to me what worked were less sugar - healthy diet (essential), fluoride treatment/gel, and of course brushing teeth & flossing. If I didn't have damaged enamels, probably less sugar and a healthy diet that is rich in minerals would do it. This is just my experience, and what worked for me. Other things work for other people, and I totally get those who ban fluoride toothpaste from their lives, it doesn’t work for me as I get sensitive & sore teeth when I ditch it. So this is only my experience, thought I’d share..it might help a bit. Get well, hugs from Galway xx

[@mikeinthemiddle]

Melanie I really admire you and your work, and just to say it, I can see that you're a beautiful person inside and out. Don't let this small bump on the road bring you down too much! Keep that positive energy flowing :)

[@ellashiani3476]

Before Christmas I was off dairy because I suspect that it doesn't agree with my stomach. I think since a lot of junk food that is around me contains dairy I was easting a bit less sugar as a side benefit. However since Christmas I've lost my self control and I've been having way to much chocolate, cake and ice cream. My body feels awful and my anxiety is much worse. I also have quite severe Chronic Fatigue and thats gotten worse as well. I think this video is the motivation I need to try cutting out dairy again and to cut back on unhealthy foods! I'm really bad at brushing my teeth, often because I don't have the energy to leave bed thanks to the CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome) but I need to make an extra effort to remember to brush when I am up. Thank you for the motivation your Food Diary Friday vlogs bring me Melanie xo Ella

[@isthissuperstition]

thanks for talking about sugar! i've struggled a lot with eating too much of it/my teeth suffering because of it. i've always felt a lot of weird shame about my relationship with sugar so it's nice to hear others talking about it. you're crushing it at the mo!

[@EmmaRiking]

I've been feeling awful lately. Headaches, tiredness, lethargy and awful mood swings. I 100% am putting this down to my diet. My diet is all over the place, I never think about what I eat and will eat loads of sugar and processed foods. I keep telling myself I'll change the way I eat but then I just cave. Seeing this video and the fact you have lost teeth due to refined sugar (a huge fear of mine) has just given me the motivation to cut out sugar and majorly alter my diet. I hope the rest of your teeth are fine and the implants go well! xx

[@BarbaraLovesDogs]

Your glasses look so cute, where are they from? Many young people have bridges or partial dentures, it's nothing you need to be ashamed of or insecure about. I never would have noticed!

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

Specsavers! :) And thank you so so much...I know it is common but it's so hard to feel suddenly self aware again when for years I haven't (I got over my acne scars, my belly rolls and all the other silly things I used to be embarrassed about) I know I will get used to it though :) Just gotta prevent myself losing any more! x

[@kirabernhard9716]

Hi Melanie, I just wanted to say that you've been (you are) such an inspiration to me along my journey to recovery. I love your outlook on health, wellness, and balance and I hope you continue to inspire, not only myself, but everyone going through a similar thing

[@zurivera9229]

Mel! I think is so admiring how you are so determined on changing your diet not everybody can do that because it takes alot of mental power. I know you can do it! never forget that you are an amazing and extremly beautiful human being inside and out, with or without a tooth 💖😘

[@Nanniehannie]

Currently 20 days sugar and sugar alternative free and I'm feeling great! It's super hard bc the cravings are hard to push past but it's so worth it. Down four pounds already. I enjoy my food so much more now that I'm used to the naturally sweet lifestyle. Gonna keep this lifestyle and mentality through the whole year!

[@Stmg22]

Just came back here from your snapchat! Melanie, please do not cry. Do what makes you happy cause I hope you realize that you make us happy!

[@laraleoni9987]

Your skin is glowing! I've recently cut sugar out of my diet and the improvement in my skin has been insane!

[@mermaid000pranu]

Melanie is gorgeous!! she doesn't need makeup!! who all agree..??

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

GAHHH *smiling like crazy* that's so sweet! :) I just like how makeup looks but I know I don't *need* to wear it I often go without

[@AGalCanDream]

I was heading down the same road but one trip to the dentist woke me up and I got a tonnnnn of fillings filled before they got too bad. Now it's all about good dental hygiene. Sugar doesn't make your teeth get cavities, it's the bacteria that's attracted to the sugar. Also, honey and "natural" sweeteners are just as bad as any sugar, it attracts the same bacteria. There's no other option to preventing stuff like that than being on top of your teeth. Also any sort of whitening paste, solution, etc strips away your enamel and makes your teeth a whole lot worse. Counterintuitive, I know, but I know people who lost teeth because they use the whitening stuff too much. It's all about floss and brushing regularly and regular check ups with the dentist!

[@emlulrernayx0x]

I went off refined sugar when I was 16 ( over three years ago) honestly was the best decision I ever made, you'll not regret it! You will notice the difference within a week, it's shocking, like a new boost of life, so much energy! The best of luck!! Xx

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

Thank you so much for the wonderful encouragement Ellen! :) x

[@sugarfairy94]

I wish I had your motivation to turn things around. I feel like so many aspects of my life need help and work that it's overwhelming

[@xiahkixiri]

Charli Jones just pick one! try the habits app, it's on android and prob apple store too. you just tick off whether you did whatever each day and it keeps that goal floating in your head.

[@breakfastattiffanys9053]

I admire you so much for being so honest with something you feel self conscious about. Happy Weekend M! Lots of love X

[@tuyn8403]

I you want to take care of your teeth you should also watch out for fruit, not only for the sugar (sugar in fruit is still sugar) but especially for citric acid (if google translate is right, I am not English ;) I lost a tooth as well, because my tooth enamel

[@jenniferchristian8115]

Thank you Mel I really needed this video!! x I don't ever admit to myself the dangers of me eating eating so much crap and not doing any exercise. Only laugh about it to help me to suppress it. Im pretty sure I have binge-eating disorder and these vlogs are helping me feel motivate to change my lifestyle for the better. xxx

[@joshuajeep6121]

"habits can be broken in a month" this somehow did something to m brain, because it is so true! I'm always trying to start new things and then giving up after like 2 weeks so THANK YOU

[@Echochick91]

I'm with you, Mel. Cutting out or cutting back on refined sugar is SO difficult. Recently my dad has been buying Starcrunch which is my weakness, second only to ice cream, and I'm dying! I've decided to put a real effort into cutting refined sugars during the week. I'm going to give myself until the first of February to create a game plan so I don't set myself up for failure but oooh it's going to be hard. But I know the reward will be big. I'm finally working on getting into shape and toning those areas I've always been sensitive about and I know booting these unnecessary sugars will really help with that. Just have to keep these things in mind.

[@dollybirder]

You would probably love to read David Gillespie books about Sugar and its affects on your body! "Sweet Poison" and "Big Fat Lies"

[@thisistalisha]

Just wanted to reach out to say that I absolutely love your videos Melanie (especially your Food Fridays)! You're so real and down to earth and I'm always inspired by you and your positive outlook on life. Keep being you

[@sponge6683]

I'm recovering from an eating disorder and started to cut out unnatural sugars once I felt I was ready to, and once you go without refined sugar for a while you really lose the taste for it. Its not what our bodies really want. Now whenever I have refined sugar it makes my body feel disgusting and sluggish and even messes with my digestion, not to mention I just don't enjoy the taste of it anymore (when I used to be an absolute chocoholic!). My diet has been vegan and very high in natural sugar for about a year now. I eat a lot of fruit, smoothies, natural yogurt, nakd bars etc and my teeth are perfect, not to mention I'm still quite slim despite how much sugar I have. Fructose and natural sugars don't reaction with our body the same as refined sugar does.

[@TrangThu-hb9iy]

I. HAVE. NEVER. FELT. SO. RELATABLE. I have 3 missing teeth. 2 just never grew. One was because I hit the road with my face and in the front. Like there's a giant hole in my smile. I have that fake tooth thing too and God it's the best feeling when you get to take that shit out at the end of the day....

[@Naoki22]

I had to give up sugar because of a candida/SIBO infection and have been much happier since! Best decision I've ever made! Life's so much simpler without being constantly driven by sugar cravings. The weight stays off a lot more easily too!

[@camilaubillagodoy4818]

I have insulin resistance so I have to be careful about what I eat, specially with sugar and fatty food, but I get used to it. Is all about making it an habit. I don't drink sodas for a while now, and I use stevia instead of sugar and tastes the same for me. Good luck with this new challenge Melanie! A big hug for you :)

[@SarahLeeMusic]

Love how honest you are Melanie ❤ I am trying to lose weight becuase I am very unhealthy and because I also don't like the way I look and your videos have given me so much inspiration and motivation to be healthier. Thank you ❤

[@esmee928]

You should try cacao nibs instead of chocolate! they're so good!!💕

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

I looked and couldn't find them! :') xxx

[@May04bwu]

To be honest, I had problems with my teeth because of fruit. The acid in it made my teeth sooo sensitive and it hurt really bad. It got better as I grew older, but it was a big issue for me until adulthood. Strawberries, apples and grapes were hell :D I'm glad it's ok now :)

[@pkl585]

You look beautiful with those glasses!! I've missed food diary fridays like this one! I also get soo many ideas from them!! xx 💕

[@ericaduran2391]

I love your videos for recipe inspiration! It's tough having time to cook while in uni, but your food is always totally do-able. Thanks Melanie!

[@nathalievazquez5045]

Love you, Mel. I cried bc ik how it is even if it does not show too much & Im 20yrs old so... Keep going and improving your health by complete. xx

[@ariannaharvey9958]

I've noticed such an amazing change in my skin since I started closely monitoring my sugar! It's also crazy to look at labels and see that sugar is hiding everywhere! Loved this video just like i love all of your food diaries :)

[@diidada]

I'm pretty sure you would be the only youtuber whose book I would buy. I've had an eating disorder and body image difficulties so I think it would be really helpful xx also, I think you're a really genuine person.

[@diidada]

I'm also doing this but with sweets etc, I'm only having a sweet/cheat day on saturdays. So that's the only day of the week I drink soda, eat candy, chocolate, cookies, desserts etc. And I've even lost a little bit of weight!

[@hilaryjoyce5578]

Loved this video, mel! At the tender age of fifteen (ikr) I've had four bleedin teeth pulled out ( baby ones thankfully) as a result of an abscess and sugar and now I realised the importance of oral hygiene, and have definitely learnt my lesson! So excited for your book by the way💚💚💚

[@kmc724]

Good for you for making positive changes to your diet! Just a tip if you're going to try baking with stevia-- stevia is often mixed with erythritol (a sugar alcohol) in the blends they sell in the store. If you consume a lot of sugar alcohols (i.e. If you put a cup of it into a brownie batter as opposed to just a spoonful in tea) it can cause "gastrointestinal distress." Sorry if that's tmi but it's good to know!

[@noemieleveque-samoisette9147]

Your glasses are beautiful! Where do they come from? xxx

[@LaurenFlorio]

ugh i need to hop on this melanie! i remember not eating refined sugar and i felt sooo amazing i need to get back to that

[@kostrita_lcf_84]

I think each body is different, a friend of mine has a sweet tooth and has the same problem with her teeth. but for example, I'm 32 years old, I like to eat sweets too and I haven't had any decay on my teeth, not even when I was a kid, I only have the lovely yellow color hahaha because of the coffee and tea drinking. what if you try to eat your sweets and brush your teeth right away. it doesn't matter if it is in the restaurant, or any other place. don't wait till you get home. you can carry like a toothbrush & toothpaste travel kit. don't feel bad Mel, each body is different. and it was a good thing to start using that little denture because your teeth might start moving because they have space now. love your harry potter glasses by the way :D

[@rebeccaorourke7237]

rice milk is the best for normal tea I think its kinda creamy :)

[@caoimhefarren5749]

So happy to see a video like this again! Your food diaries are always so inspiring and give me so many ideas of healthy foods to eat, fab video as always💖

[@jeaninearianne]

I loveeee your food diary fridays! My fave content from you, and it was so nice watching while eating breakfast 😂

[@laurasaunders8347]

I love the vlog style food diary Friday. Don't know if this tip will help but my dentist told my mum when we were kids to only give us sweet treats after meals if you are going to have them. Not sure of the science behind this but that's what she did and I only had my first filling at 16 and my 18yr old brother never has so maybe it works! You have a great smile btw, don't let that missing tooth get you down x x

[@cartoontrash5096]

I would recommend 85% cocao chocolate bars. They're a bit of an acquired taste (really strong bitter chocolatey taste), but once you get used to it, you might prefer it to regularly sweetened chocolate! I know I do! 🙂 It's really good to have a bite of the chocolate every morning of/leading up to your period as well. The magnesium helps prevent cramps.

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

I had a 90% cocoa bar in this video, I always eat dark chocolate it's so yum! :) xxx

[@cartoontrash5096]

Melanie Murphy Agreed! Dark chocolate makes my world go round! :)

[@lizzywho569]

You have great timing, Melanie! I'm currently watching this while i'm going through a sugar crash lol. Thank you for the motivation! I definitely needed this. I'm a huge sugar junkie so it's gonna be a struggle but i'm gonna cut out refined sugar as well. I'll try my best :D

[@nicolemarie0001]

Food diary Friday is my favorite thing ever!

[@lauraingram4354]

I AM SO EXCITED for your book to come out Melanie!! Can't wait to get my hands on it! Loved the vlog today

[@junobrill127]

I love your hair!!!! Where'd you get those glasses?

[@oliviacoleman3338]

I also grew up eating sugar but I also grew up having great dental hygiene. I have no worry about decay.

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

So did I though, I've always brushed twice a day and flossed twice a week and used mouth wash :( xxx

[@oliviacoleman3338]

oh no, i'm sorry then :( your smile is still beautiful!

[@leslie-anndiaz7397]

Melanie Murphy 4x a day brushing with gentle strokes will make a huge difference :)

[@emmaruth7102]

i eat a lot of biscuits every day, and eat chocolates and cakes without a care in the world. i have for years, and am seeing it start to affect my teeth. Also, i cant walk as far as i used to, without getting out of breathe. Its scaring me now, so your "big sister" talk is exactly what i needed to kick my ass into gear. Dont know how im going to go as i feel so addicted to sugar, but feel better knowing were both on the same journey with a similar goal. ily 💚

[@MissEgyptian12]

I've just experienced the same with a similar tooth that affects my smile, I'm 25 and now so self conscious. I'm cutting out sugar this year cuz I don't want to lose anymore :(

[@minnieatkins]

Really excited to see more refined sugar free meal ideas on your channel because I'm moving to university this year and I'm really scared I'm going to fall into bad habits so would love some ideas xx

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

All you'll need is a little preparation! :) Also don't go too hard on yourself if you indulge the odd time...once it doesn't become a strong habit you'll be okay xxx

[@michaelhogan9053]

Tooth doesn't look bad at all, I'd skip the denture until the implant, unless it's more than cosmetic. You're always beautiful, inside and out.

[@abbyoneill4473]

I had one of those dentures for a YEAR when I was 14 years old, and it was one of my top front teeth (super noticeable obviously lol) that I lost after a bike accident. Mine was so fake looking and kids can be cruel... but now I have a beautiful implant and most people can't even tell it's fake! Tell them to use a light pink implant (the "screw" itself) instead of metal colored, because then it won't cast a dark shadow in your gums that is visible on the outside. The pink/"gum-colored" implants are new so make sure they have them!

[@casketdancer]

Thank you for this! I'm the same as you and have the most massive sweet tooth. I'm 22 and have had 17 cavities and a root canal because of my sugar addiction. I've been wanting to eat less sugar to lose weight and get more healthy, but now you've given me another motivation to try and cut down.

[@sunny7136]

sugar is shocking! I'm working on eating more wholesome foods. I read about a study on rats who were given heroin. after a period of time with adding an additional bowl of sugar they started choosing sugar over heroin. And it's hidden in so much of our foods in different forms! I by no means have a sugar free diet but I feel it's nice to be conscious and aware of these things in order to change my outlook and perception of sugar laden products! ps. thank you Mel. I feel like I've gained something when I watch your videos whether it's a feeling, knowledge, giggle, friend. You're a gal that keeps on giving. You're time is appreciated! 💓

[@sunny7136]

dratz. your.

[@MadeleineGardea]

aww darlin i wish i could give you that hug! haha i loved this vlog-style food diary friday. just so good!

[@MariaDurkina]

I'm 26 now and also missing one tooth 😳 About a year ago I watched a film "Sugar" and it really helped me to understand the problem and started changing my diet. It may help you too!

[@willowisp9150]

oh wow i can't even put into words how much i admire and adore you! showing this to the entire internet world and sharing this with us is incredibly brave and i respect you so much! ive one missing tooth on the left side and i feel so ashamed and embarrassed, i cant talk to anyone about it and i try not to smile to big when i'm outside with friends or family, I'll turn 21 soon. dentist are so expensive and i'm scared as hell. felt so alone but reading in the comments i see I'm not, thank you xo

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

I'm so so so so so happy this video resonated with you! :) Thank you for the kind words of encouragement! xxx

[@sandia7196]

I have never had a tooth pulled, but last month I went to the dentist after not going for nearly two years, and they said I had periodontal disease! I was shocked because I am always so careful about flossing and brushing, but I'm sure eating so many sweets is part of the problem. I should follow your example! I don't know if this counts as "natural" or a sugar "alternative", but I love fresh sugarcane juice. I don't know if you have ever had it, If you go to a place where sugarcane is grown (I live in Japan and they grow it in Okinawa) you can probably find a shop where they grind raw stalks of sugar cane by hand into juice. It is no sweeter than freshly squeezed fruit juice and has a really unique flavor. In Okinawa they also make a minimally processed "black sugar" that is just sugar cane juice boiled until all the liquid evaporates. It is still sugar, but supposedly it has some nutrients. It is much darker in color and more natural than brown sugar we usually buy. I like to put a little bit in my oatmeal in the morning. I also love dried figs and strawberries!

[@indiacharlottewood]

I love your glasses! I'm trying to give up refined sugar, I've done it before for a few months but I'm finding it so much harder this time around! I think its because I just pick up sweets at uni or put a million sugars in my coffee and it is not good!

[@HannahBoBabe]

Yaaaaas love me some Food Diary Friday! I've had to watch other KZbinrs similar videos because I've binge watched yours too many times ahaha This isn't really about this video, but two techniques that I'm using to try and combat binge eating disorder is 1) Stop labelling food as good or bad, or having a 'naughty' treat, because when I do label food as bad or naughty or a guilty pleasure, I actually start feeling guilty about eating it, and it shouldn't be like that! I feel that all food is good food and the formation of unhealthy relationships to food is really something that should be spoken about more 2) Make one healthy choice every day, whether that be emotionally/mentally healthy or physically healthy. I track these in my diary, and even if my healthy choice is sitting outside with a cup of tea on a really bad mental healthy day instead of lying on the couch drinking tea, it's still something that I feel proud of when I look back.

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

Oh I totally agree! About the labelling of foods! For me with the sugar thing it's not that I view refined sugar as inherently bad but too much of it caused my tooth decay which is just a fact I can't argue with, and I'm totally fine now with food/calories/portions/my body so focusing on natural sugars for me is going to be an easy transition (I was already half way there!) xxx

[@HannahBoBabe]

Yay I'm so glad that you're on such an amazing path with your bod and relationship to food! Super excited to continue to watch your Food Diary Friday vlogs and be part of your progress :) xxx

[@cllpz916]

PERFECT! I'm always trying to eat healthy, I can get some ideas from you, thanks!!!

[@madelainenye2994]

I loooove your food diaries - give me so many healthy ideas. love u Melanie xx

[@casiangelesandria]

Hey Mel could you add a link for your glasses??? You should wear them more often they're soooo pretty 😍😍😍

[@missxdaydream640]

Two lost teeth A denture Glasses And u still look so pretty btw u look so good with them glasses!🙌

[@shaylac444]

poor babe, I feel ya I don't do sugar either and my 10 year old struggles with teeth too :( dates help me a lot. try making date paste with them to add into foods. it's fruit based but gives a sweetness to it. date balls with dates, oats or nuts, unsweetened coco and coconut processed together and rolled into little balls for sweet treat. so yummy :)

[@fatimxh]

Shayla Cresse YES DATES🍓

[@rosabessa3879]

I'm sending you a giant hug you are still a beautiful gorgeous girl never think otherwise

[@IwOnAaaaaa]

Love your food diary Friday. I wish Friday was every day so that you post this videos every day :D

[@simpleplanfan27]

Also, are you wearing lipstick? The shade is gorgeous 😍

[@starlitmakeupchick]

I recently gave up soda and refined sugar and gluten my face is so glowy and my mood has changed drastically!

[@GabrielaCenturionNeumann]

I am so sorry you lost two of your teeth, Mel... but I am happy you are being proactive about it :) Also, Stevia is originally from my country. We call it Ka'a He'e and it is very good for you

[@janeeustace8166]

Oh my god Mel I love this video! 😍 I'm actually missing the very same teeth as you! I totally understand how you feel! 😞 I'm trying to have a better diet but I keep failing! But I keep restarting and thats better than not trying at all or totally giving up 👊

[@alainamessineo1264]

I love this sooo much! like you I have struggled with edos, restrictive eating, binge eating and ortho so I find your videos so relaxing and comforting! I have found this video so nice because I have tried to limit my sugar (refined sugar) intake because it makes me break out and get headaches. I have found that using stevia whenever I would use sugar is amazing! I have used it for about 4 years now. also keeping no sugar added dark chocolate and eating it with fruit or dates. MEDJOOL DATES ATE SO HOOD AND TASTE LIKE CARAMEL AND ARE 100% NATURAL SUGAR!! they taste amazzingg with apples and taste amazing with caramel apples

[@amandadelaney4757]

I feel your pain about your teeth! My teeth look gorgeous to the naked eye, but due to genetics and a 5ish year span where I did not take good care of my teeth at all, I now have a disaster in my mouth! My parents paid $650 for me to have a "consultation" at my dentist. This is where he and the hygienist checked each tooth in detail: front, back, sides, insides, and gum line. Gums got a rating, and each tooth a summary of whether it was ok, had a cavity, needed a root canal, or to be pulled. I literally had something wrong with EVERY tooth! I had 1 pulled 5 years ago, 2 pulled two winters ago due to excruciating pain, and have had 5 more broken so badly that one you can't even see, just the root is in the gum line. I am in constant pain, and to make matters worse, my dentist said to do all the necessary dental work would cost $10,000 on my top teeth, and $11,000 for my bottom. AND it will obviously get worse the longer I wait, AND that $21,000 does NOT include the permanent implants I will need after having all the bad teeth removed. I remember feeling so defeated after that appointment, and I still do. I have no dental insurance, and to just pull the 2 teeth last winter cost $2,200. Booooooo! I wouldn't wish bad teeth on my worst enemy! 😬😷💉

[@Happilynormal23]

I've been trying to limit my sugar intake too! Had no chocolate, biscuits or doughnuts etc. so far this year and I'm so proud of that! I was a sugar junkie before but I just don't really crave those things much now... I've just been having apples and popcorn when I want a snack and have been satisfied... My family but sugary things all the time so always have it in the house but my will power is getting much better!

[@sarahisbatwoman]

those glasses look amazing on you! love the tips for avoiding added sugars.

[@bryanacamillebraxton4770]

I totally understand the sugar struggle! I'm still addicted, but had to cut back a lot. Got 16 cavities when I was 16 because I got the stomach flu, drank too much juice and ate too much candy, and never flossed. Be careful friends!

[@rachelgarwood157]

Easy change is to always drink smoothies, fruit juices, and soft drinks through a straw (you can get reusable ones) as that reduces the time the drink is swishing about your mouth, and so helps stop the natural and refined sugars in the drinks from coating your teeth which is what leads to plaque build up :)

[@melaniemurphyofficial]

*runs to buy straws* hehehe

[@francescalyon8827]

I love when you upload these videos!! Can't wait to buy your book! ❤️ xx