Sugar is Not Your Friend

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Education is the first step to breaking free from sugar addiction

1656-P: TEPLI-REAL: A Real-World Retrospective Study Characterizing Screening and Treatment Patterns for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) in Individuals Treated with Teplizumab in the U.S.

Introduction and Objective: Teplizumab (TPZ), an anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, is approved in the US to delay stage 3 T1D onset in individuals aged ≥8 years (y) with stage 2 T1D. We present screening and real-world treatment (Tx) patterns from individuals in the US who received TPZ according to their age group.Methods: TEPLI-REAL (NCT06892002) was a […]

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2523-P: Early Glycemic Deterioration and Baseline Risk Prediction of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 Receptor Inhibitor Therapy

Introduction and Objective: Insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor (IGF-1R) inhibitor has been developed as an effective therapy for thyroid eye disease (TED). However, treatment-associated hyperglycemia remains a clinical concern. We aimed to examine whether early glycemic deterioration during IGF-1R inhibitor therapy is associated with subsequent glycemic trajectories and to develop and validate a risk prediction model.Methods: […]

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1561-P: Physical Activity Goal Attainment among Women Veterans Participants in Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP): The Role of Session Completion, Self-Monitoring, and Social Interactions

Introduction and Objective: The Diabetes Prevention Program’s (DPP) standardized goal of ≥150 mins of physical activity (PA)/week leads to long-term health benefits. We examined the association between virtual DPP PA goal attainment and three distinct program engagement components: session completion, self-monitoring, and social interactions.Methods: We included women Veterans participating in virtual DPP across 11 VA […]

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Are You Addicted to Sugar?

Take this quick quiz to find out if you have a sugar addiction

1. Do you crave sweet foods or drinks daily?

2. Do you feel anxious or irritable when you cut back on sugar?

3. Do you find it difficult to stop eating sugary foods once you've started?

4. Have you ever hidden your sugar consumption from others?

5. Do you experience energy crashes or mood swings after consuming sugar?

Why Quit Sugar?

The science behind sugar addiction and its impact on your health

Brain Chemistry

Sugar triggers dopamine release, creating reward cycles similar to addictive drugs. This leads to cravings and dependence over time.

Weight Management

Excess sugar is stored as fat. Cutting sugar can lead to significant weight loss without extreme calorie restriction.

Inflammation

Sugar causes chronic inflammation throughout the body, contributing to joint pain, skin issues, and digestive problems.

Energy Levels

Sugar spikes and crashes drain your energy. Stable blood sugar leads to consistent, all-day energy without the afternoon slump.

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Average sugar consumption (lbs/year)
25g
Recommended daily maximum for women
36g
Recommended daily maximum for men

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