An AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford-trained gastroenterologist and hepatologist, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, has outlined the significant health benefits of undertaking a 14-day 'added sugar reset.' This challenge, highlighted across major Indian news outlets, focuses on eliminating added sugars found in processed foods, drinks, and snacks, rather than natural sugars in fruits or complex carbohydrates. According to Dr. Sethi, this 14-day period acts as a metabolic reset for the body, leading to numerous positive changes. Initially, individuals might experience discomforts such as cravings, headaches, fatigue, irritability, and brain fog, which Dr. Sethi clarifies are not withdrawal symptoms but rather the brain recalibrating its reward signals. As the body adjusts, benefits begin to emerge, including a remarkable decrease in sugar cravings, more stable energy levels throughout the day, reduced bloating, and fewer afternoon energy crashes. The reset also contributes to improved insulin response, lower liver sugar load, decreased water retention, and a resetting of taste buds, making ultra-sweet foods less appealing. By the end of two weeks, many report better sleep quality, clearer hunger signals, and improved fasting glucose levels. Dr. Sethi emphasizes that this is a metabolic recalibration rather than a strict weight-loss regimen, though some individuals may observe a flatter stomach due to reduced inflammation and water retention. The advice aligns with general health recommendations to reduce added sugar intake, which has been linked by the National Institutes of Health to various chronic diseases including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular issues. This approach provides a practical first step towards long-term metabolic health for those struggling with constant cravings, bloating, fatty liver, insulin resistance, low energy, or poor sleep.