Sugar is Not Your Friend

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Education is the first step to breaking free from sugar addiction

Why Are Some People Tastier Than Others

Share on PinterestSome people are more prone to mosquito bites than others, and scientists may have figured out why. Jaromir/Getty Images Researchers have identified several reasons why mosquitoes are more attracted to some people than others. The scent you give off through carbon dioxide and through your skin can make you more prone to mosquito […]

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Bringing early detection to life: real-world operationalization of a presymptomatic type 1 diabetes screening and monitoring pilot program

Objective This pilot project served as a proof of concept to assess the operational feasibility of integrating presymptomatic type 1 diabetes screening and monitoring, using islet autoantibody (AAB) testing, into routine clinical care at two pediatric T1D Exchange Quality Improvement Collaborative (T1DX-QI) centers. Additionally, it identified care team perceptions of operational challenges and surveyed healthcare […]

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Special Edition: Obesity Processes and PATHWEIGH for Obesity Care

In this special edition of Diabetes Core Update, Neil Skolnik discusses PATHWEIGH, a novel obesity care process for primary care clinicians which has demonstrated a decrease in population weight gain. This special episode is sponsored with support from Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas […]

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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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