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Addicted To Sugar

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013 Sugar addiction in the US.

Ever wonder what roles Glucose and Insulin play in our bodies and how Diabetes is correlated?

In this episode discover:  

  • the breakdown of carbohydrates including a brief overview of complex vs. simple
  • why US regulations are more laxed when it comes to the food industry including Sugar
  • why sugars like High Fructose Corn Syrup is a common ingredient found on food labels
  • why sugar is added to nearly everything
  • the many hidden names for sugar

    • If our other food related episodes haven't yet gave you the jitters this one sure will!

    Join a discussion on sugar substitutes at www.facebook.com/cyalatte or www.instagram.com/sealatte2020 for related terms to today's episode.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    • 1:09 My backstory with food
    • 2:32 Food addiction
    • 3:16 Sugar fun facts
    • 3:51 Food regulations in US
    • 4:37 Carbohydrate to Glucose breakdown
    • 4:53 Insulin overview
    • 5:04 Diabetes basics
    • 5:40 Simple vs. Complex carbohydrates
    • 7:07 Five reasons why sugar is #1 food additive
    • 8:50 Food labeling
    • 9:06 Natural vs. Added sugars
    • 9:30 High Fructose Syrup



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