Sugar Babies

The big sugar companies are taking some marketing lessons from the tobacco industry by denying any connection between their product and the obesity and diabetes epidemics going on in the industrialized world. They also have access to immense power and give generously to the powers that be to ensure that their products are protected.

Sugar is one of the biggest enemies in the pursuit of health and longevity. It appears in nearly ALL processed foods and drinks -- even things you wouldn’t think would be sweetened, like canned beans, mayonnaise, and pickles even baby food -- make it virtually impossible to avoid.
It is a proven fact that sugar increases your insulin and leptin levels and decreases receptor sensitivity for both of these vital hormones. This lead directly to:

•High blood pressure and high cholesterol
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Weight gain
• Premature aging
Sound familiar?

One way in which sugar has been linked to the obesity epidemic, for instance, is that when consumed in quantities, sugars cause hormonal changes that lead to overeating.
Sugar suppresses your immune system, contributing to allergies, and it is responsible for a number of digestive disorders. It also contributes to depression, and its excess consumption is, in fact, associated with many of the chronic diseases in the United States, including the big C.
The sugar industry, naturally, wants to downplay its health risks because there is big money involved.
Well, who can blame them, take a look at some of these figures…we are talking about some big bucks…
The average American eats well in excess of 150 pounds of sugar a year, or about 2.5 pounds each week. This is no surprise because the single largest source of calories in the United States is high-fructose corn syrup from soft drinks. And Mexico, loving and admiring their northern neighbors, embraces their worst habits and is 2nd in line when it comes to sugar consumption, 1st in line when it comes to obesity

The sugar industry has had its share of challenges lately, such as a growing artificial sweetener industry that has been stealing more and more attention and market share. However, most of these artificial sweeteners are s greater health risk then straight up sugar and should be avoided.

But that’s another story.
Due to the artificial sweetener invasion, the sugar folks are coming on stronger than ever, and tagging into the “natural” sweet treat as a fine part of your diet. Of course, most people don’t eat just a teaspoon of sugar a week; they eat over 2 pounds, which is not surprising when certain studies show sugar to be addictive. Even your pets will get addicted to the taste and beg for more. Yes, a little candy can’t hurt? ...Better think again as our pets are more and more prone to human diseases.
Again, that’s another story.
And what about the kids? They are started on the sugar binge from the time they are toddlers! A new study uncovered another contributing factor to the rise of childhood obesity directly related to the amount of added sugars in kid’s diet. Those who consumed higher amounts of added sugars in their diets receive fewer calories from healthy foods rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. This means the more added sugars from sodas and sweets in kids' diets, the fewer the number of good nutrients their bodies get in order to remain healthy.

Consider the problems that schools and parents are having with hyper active children, Sometimes they call it ADHD Attention Deficit Disorder, then medicate the kids.to help them focus. But just try and keep your kids off the sugar and see a real tizzy fit.
A bitter pill to swallow? Who does not love a great sweet? Be well advised to be prudent in your choices and cut the sugar down. Try using real alternatives like agave syrup and little by little you can break the habit.

And PLEASE do not reward your sweet pet with sweets.
Or the kids.