What's the deal with sugar?

Posted by: Rainbow

16th Mar 2012 10:29am

Do you think the Government should play a part in prohibiting the amount of sugar that's 'hidden' in processed foods? Perhaps imposing a tax on sugar? Do you think more education should be given on the dangers of excess sugar intake? Have you cut out sugar in the past and noticed a difference in your health and weight? Do you have a sugar substitute? Or do you simply not care...?

Thunderful

16th Mar 2012 09:13pm

i for one, have my own Tim Tam jar, which is never empty - I stock up on double coated and caramel Tim tams whenever they are on special, and i always have a couple of packets in reserve. Having said that, it stays in my room, as other household members are not as lucky with their weight as i am, and I really only eat on average, one every day or so.

I love to have something a little sweet, but i know Tim Tams are sweet - I am a little more concerned with what has 'hidden' sugar, or foods that i would not have expected to have much sugar in them, but I'm not overly concerned.

Overall, If i am concerned, or suspect a processed food might have a lot of sugar, i will check the nutrition guide, otherwise, i don't really mind. I think a tax on sugar might be a little overkill.

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