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Why Quitting Sugar Could Save Your Life

2024/8/26
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The Doctor's Farmacy with Mark Hyman, M.D.

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Sugar, particularly fructose, can activate a biological switch that promotes weight gain. Even without tasting sweetness, individuals may still crave sugar and experience its negative metabolic effects. This "fat switch" triggers increased hunger and reduced energy expenditure.
  • Fructose activates a biological switch that leads to weight gain.
  • Individuals can crave sugar and experience its metabolic effects even without tasting sweetness.
  • The "fat switch" increases hunger and reduces energy expenditure.

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Did you know that sugar is lurking in more places than you might think, and it could be sabotaging your health in ways you never imagined? In this episode, I look back on my conversations with Dr. Richard Johnson and Dr. Robert Lustig. We examine how certain foods, especially those loaded with sugar, can trigger overeating, disrupt your metabolism, and lead to a cascade of health issues. Plus, I'll share practical strategies for detoxing from sugar, managing blood sugar levels, and reclaiming your health.

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Full-length episodes of these interviews can be found here:

Why Sugar And Fructose Are So Deadly with Dr. Richard Johnson)

Depressed or Anxious? You May Never Eat Sugar Again After Watching This)

The True Dangers Of Sugar with Dr. Robert Lustig)

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