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...?

melz83

17th Mar 2012 08:32am

ABSOLUTELY!!
I am very aware of the refined sugars in my foods and let me tell you that this nasty little "drug" is in pretty much everything we consume these days!In excess!
I think the Government should at least step up and make producers of all foods have clear and easy to read labels and most importantly G.I ratings on the front of all foods! Especially that seemingly innocent looking piece of bread or jar of jam!
Im not saying sugar is completely out of the question and we know what we are doing when we reach for the Tim Tams but lets just keep things honest so as consumers we can make clear choices and maybe stop blaming others for what we decided to put in our mouths!

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