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...?

Briggy

18th Mar 2012 06:50pm

Yes. The government should get these food manufacturers to be accountable for the large amount of sugar they put in processed food as sugar is very addictive. Sort of like nicotine in cigarettes. Food manufacturers know that the sugar being addictive will encourage repeat purchases. A lot of time packaging which has the heart foundation tick says that it is probably low in sodium and fat but look at the sugar content!
It is unfortunate that the government needs to levy a tax on manufacturers to reduce sugar and that manufacturers don't do it on their own accord for the sake of their consumers.
And yes, if I can cut down on sugar and carbonydrates, I can find myself losing weight faster and have less sugar cravings. Sugar sub - Splenda ( whihc can be addictive too) , honey or zero sugar.

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