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...?

rob

19th Mar 2012 04:03am

Yes I think the govt should play a part in prohibiting the amount of sugar thats 'hidden' in processed foods.
No more taxes though!!! We pay more than enough already.
I definitely think more education should be given on the dangers of excess sugar intake. It could be included in health/ed.
I stopped using sugar in my tea and coffee over 30 years ago. Alas I currently have a very sweet tooth as I have replaced cigarettes with chupa chups and lollies. So now I'm addicted to sugar, which has caused my weight to sky rocket and I'm now on the verge of diabetes.
I have to re-educate my taste buds and try and get 'hooked' on something much less harmful to my health. ....ps Its gotta taste good though lol.

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