The sugar conspiracy

4/17/2016

This article discusses the controversy surrounding the impact of sugar on human health. It focuses on the work of two scientists, Robert Lustig and John Yudkin, who both argued that sugar consumption is linked to various health issues, including obesity and heart disease. The article explores how their research faced opposition and skepticism from the sugar industry, which launched campaigns to downplay the negative effects of sugar. It also delves into the history of the sugar industry's influence on public perception and government policies around sugar consumption. The article sheds light on the ongoing debate over the role of sugar in our diets and the need for more transparent information about its potential health risks.

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