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The Case Against Sugar

By: Gary Taubes
Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain
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 From the best-selling author of Why We Get Fat, a groundbreaking, eye-opening exposé that makes the convincing case that sugar is the tobacco of the new millennium: backed by powerful lobbies, entrenched in our lives, and making us very sick.

Among Americans, diabetes is more prevalent today than ever; obesity is at epidemic proportions; nearly 10% of children are thought to have nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. And sugar is at the root of these, and other, critical society-wide, health-related problems. With his signature command of both science and straight talk, Gary Taubes delves into Americans' history with sugar: its uses as a preservative, as an additive in cigarettes, the contemporary overuse of high-fructose corn syrup. He explains what research has shown about our addiction to sweets. He clarifies the arguments against sugar, corrects misconceptions about the relationship between sugar and weight loss; and provides the perspective necessary to make informed decisions about sugar as individuals and as a society. Diets, Nutrition & Healthy Eating Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Science Smoking Tobacco Nutrition Healthy Diet Health Physical Exercise Medicine
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Definitely worth reading. Is sugar really giving you anything but a quick fix. Knowing whether one's health improves without sugar in the diet is worth investigating.

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Gary Taubes presents a compelling case for severely limiting sugar in our families diets. The startling idea that sugar may be toxic made me pause for thought.... What is a safe daily amount of sugar and refined carbs for a person to eat?
Children weigh much less than adults yet our western society gives them "treats" and rewards of chocolate and lollies....! Let alone processed food and sweet drinks. Fascinating audible book.

Essential reading

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I find myself angry at the sugar industry and associated industries for the decades of lying to us about a product as likely, or more likely, to kill us as tobacco. I also find myself very motivated to quit sugar, even though I know it will be difficult.

He makes a good case

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Wanna know about sugar and shit? Listen to this awesome book. Gary goes into every study around and if you don’t collapse in disbelief at the bullshit we’ve been fed from authorities, you will find this book really informative. I can guarantee it will change your life. 5 stars

Gary taubes is bloody awesome.

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Wow, who knew that corporations could do so much damage to the lives of the entire World’s Population. We should of left Sugar on the self 100 years ago but have been effectively sold this poison for pure profit ever since!😞😞😞

Invaluable information for those wanting to stay healthy!

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