The Purposeful Life

Sweet Deception: The Dark History of Sugar


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From slave labor to Harvard bribes, the sugar industry has a history darker than your morning coffee. Uncover the truth behind one of the sweetest deceptions ever sold.


This Labor Day, while we celebrate rest and relaxation, it’s time to uncover the hidden labor behind one of the world’s sweetest indulgences. From brutal plantations to Harvard bribes, discover how the sugar industry rewrote history, blamed fat instead of sugar, and continues to shape what—and how—we eat today. Tune in for the dark, sticky truth that will change the way you think about your favorite treats!

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The Purposeful LifeBy Nora Knadjian-Kachian