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Education is the first step to breaking free from sugar addiction

1073-OR: Associations of Early Pregnancy Maternal Glycemic and Metabolic Measures with Newborn Adiposity

Introduction and Objective: This secondary analysis of the GO MOMs cohort evaluated associations of first trimester maternal BMI, CGM, OGTT, HbA1c and metabolic measures with newborn adiposity.Methods: At 9 US centers gravidas with singletons and no pre-existing diabetes underwent 75g OGTT, HbA1c, CGM and fasting lipid measures (free fatty acids-FFA; triglycerides-TG) at 10-14 weeks’ gestation. […]

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2711-LB: ANGPTL8 Promotes Endothelial Senescence in Type 2 Diabetes via RTN4R-PI3K/AKT/FOXO3A

Introduction and Objective: Diabetic vasculopathy is a major complication of type 2 diabetes (T2DM), and endothelial senescence is a key driver of endothelial dysfunction and impaired angiogenesis. We tested whether ANGPTL8 promotes endothelial senescence in T2DM and explored the underlying mechanism.Methods: HUVECs were treated with recombinant ANGPTL8. qPCR assessed P21, P53, senescence-associated secretory phenotype genes […]

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1027-OR: Differences in Thymocyte Development in Human Immune System Mice Derived from Type 1 Diabetic and Healthy Control Hematopoietic Stem Cells

Introduction and Objective: In NOD mice, impaired T cell development and negative selection are implicated in disease development. However, in T1D patients, it remains unknown whether abnormalities in thymic selection contribute to disease development. Our knowledge of human T Cell Receptor (TCR) repertoire formation is limited by lack of access to human thymi. Thus, humanized […]

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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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