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...?

SassySue02

18th Mar 2012 02:39pm

In my opinion nothing should be done about sugar. It is a natural food, tastes good and is a price that people can afford. Of late, there has been a lot said about how much sugar is bad for you and in large amounts I would agree. Our population is growing larger all the time and it is a concern to see that our children are becoming obese at such a young age. Eaten in moderation, sugar will not make you obese. I think the responsibility lies with parents to moderate how much sugar their children eat, and up to the adults to watch their sugar intake. All the information is written on the sides of products now for us to see, and if we can't cut back then that is our problem, not the government or anyone else. We have enough taxes now without adding a tax for sugar. SassySue02

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